Product & User Experience Labs Summer Programs Instructor (Part/Time Contract)

Job Category : Information Technology

Requisition Number : PRODU004222

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• Posted : April 30, 2024
• Part-Time
• On-site

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Description

Circuit Stream is a leader in future technology skills training and learning content. We offer world-class educational services for teen and adult learners with a focus on the skills needed to leverage immersive and emerging technology.

We are seeking a passionate UX or Product Designer to teach our Product & UX Labs summer programs to learners aged 13-18 . Students will immerse themselves in the principles of design thinking, UX methodologies and user-centered design, while also delving into the intricacies of prototyping and wireframing software applications using Figma. The ideal instructor candidates for this course should possess a strong foundation in UX and product design, as well as some teaching, TA or training experience.

Product & UX Labs will be offered in-person at the UBC campus in Vancouver from July 29 - Aug 9 from 9am to 3pm PT. Interested candidates should be available for the full duration of this course. There are additional instructor opportunities available online for Fall/Winter that will be offered to the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging and comprehensive classroom sessions with teen learners following the Digital Innovators: Product & UX Labs course curriculum
• Showcase proficiency in UX and product design.
• Provide constructive feedback, guidance, and mentorship to students as they ideate, develop, build and test a user-centric digital product prototype.
• Share real-world experiences, case studies, and insights to offer students a holistic understanding of the field.
• Grade assessments that accurately measure student understanding and progress within the course.

Requirements

• Previous professional experience in UX Designer or Product Designer roles
• Proficiency in User Experience Design, User Interface Design, design thinking principles, prototyping and testing
• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to convey complex concepts in an accessible and engaging manner.
• Innate logical thinking and the ability to inspire and nurture logical thinking in students.
• A passion for guiding and mentoring students, fostering their growth, and providing meaningful feedback.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving curriculum needs, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
• A collaborative attitude, eager to contribute to a positive and supportive team environment.
• A proactive attitude towards ongoing professional development and a willingness to learn and stay up-to-date with industry advancements.
• A strong portfolio of relevant work to showcase your skills and experience.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrates cross-cultural agility and commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Is results driven, and has a goal-oriented mindset
• Writes and communicates effectively for a variety of audiences

Our Values (Part of everything we do!)

• Curiosity: We believe in asking questions, listening to new ideas, and gathering feedback from our teammates and community, as their voices form the foundation of our work.
• Courage: To achieve great things requires accepting the risk of getting things wrong. We embrace this attitude and believe it's a mindset necessary to succeed and innovate.
• Ownership: We believe that how you do anything is how you do everything. We hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards and ensure our team and community can rely on us to deliver our absolute best at all times.
• Bias for Action: We move quickly and take action. We put our work out there early and often, knowing that we will iterate and improve over time. We value speed and keeping pace with innovation.
• Objective: When making decisions, we lead with data before opinions. Data creates transparency and alignment towards work with the largest impact.
• Open: We believe that fostering an open mindset where new ideas and perspectives from all backgrounds can be shared and exchanged is vital to realizing the enormous potential of ourselves and our collective ambition.
• Learner First: We stay grounded to the student's needs. When faced with a challenge, we start with the student and work backwards.

What's In It For You

• Integral member of a fast-growing Instructor team and company
• Part-time/contractor set up so you can also have other projects on the go
• Ability to work on-site in Vancouver, Calgary for in-person classes OR remotely for live-online classes
• Competitive fixed price contracts

Join us in shaping the future of pre-university summer programs and product/UX design education. Apply now to embark on this rewarding journey with us!

What makes us different makes us stronger. We want our companyto be a great place to work for everyone; where people feel safe, included, inspired, trusted, and supported so they can be, and bring, their best. We're committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace where unique perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and attributes are valued and utilized to help achieve better results. As an organization with operations across different geographies, we celebrate the fact that our workforce is made up of people with diverse demographics. We are committed to ensuring our workplace is fair, equitable and free of discrimination and harassment.

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