Game Design Teaching Assistant

This is an onsite position to teach students in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Travel
to the jobsite will be required and it will be a contract role for ‎4-‎6 months.
All necessary business travel expenses will be handled by Coding Dojo.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the bootcamp instructors in
teaching, lecturing, live demos and more. The position may include refining
and creating courses to be released to Coding Dojo boot camp students.
Responsibilities
* Support Instructors by taking attendance, grading, and assisting with lectures, live demos, and labs
* Conduct configuration reviews and provide feedback to students as necessary
* Enforce the ‎20-minute rule
* Conduct frequent check-ins with students (every ‎20 minutes depending) to identify what students are working on, support their learning, and provide feedback
* Create and sustain a fun atmosphere for learning
* Support students remotely via Zoom & chat forums
* Provide student feedback to the instructor
Core Competencies
* Experience working on game development projects, either as a team or independently, ideally using Unity and C#
* Passionate to learn more about gaming craft, and even branch out beyond to learn other aspects of game development.
* Experienced in the Unity 3D game engine, graphic design, 3D modeling, drawing, or animation skills
* Contributed to an open-source project (link to Github will be requested) or have participated in game jam events
* Developed for Console (PS4, Xbox), Desktop (Mac or PC Gaming), VR, AR, or Mobile (iPhone or Android)
* Desire to help and explain concepts to students
* Enthusiasm - exhibits passion and excitement overwork. Has a can-do attitude
* Calm under pressure - maintains stable performance even when under heavy pressure or stress
* Intelligence - demonstrates the ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information
* Communication - can break down complex concepts in a simple, easy to understand the manner
* Humble - respectful of everyone
* Excellent oral and written communications skills
Minimum Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
* ‎1 year of game design experience
* Reliable internet connection and equipment to perform all job duties
Benefits
* Once-in-a-lifetime chance to travel to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
* All necessary travel expenses paid (plane ticket, living quarters, etc.)
* Excellent entry into portfolio/resume/CV
* Support from world class network of teaching staff
* Experience the technology and skills without the stress of actual development/engineering
* Be a part of the mission to diversify the tech industry
* Be on the cutting edge of new program development
* Work with students and staff from around the world
* Share your experience and knowledge with future generations
About Coding Dojo
Coding Dojo is a global education technology company that offers a three full-
stack web development Bootcamp, as well as courses on Data Science and other
emerging technologies. Our innovative curriculum and Learning Management
System is designed to train students to become self-sufficient developers,
regardless of their technical background. We also make it our mission to
support underserved communities and increase diversity in the tech industry.
This position is a rare opportunity to join a rapidly growing company and make
a positive impact in many people's lives. At Coding Dojo we pride ourselves on
possessing a culture of execution that caters to wavemakers rather than wave
riders. If you are interested in joining a diverse and dynamic team who values
speed, continuous improvement, measurement, focus, accountability, and
"attacking the gap", you will feel right at home at Coding Dojo.
Coding Dojo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
veteran status, or genetic information. Coding Dojo is committed to providing
access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with
disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.