Trainers - After-School Programs at MindAfrica Leadership Initiative

MindAfrica Leadership Initiative is a not-for-profit organization that seeks to develop the creative and innovative potential of African youths that redefines the way they learn and increases their opportunities for success.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Full-Time and Part-Time Trainer - After-School Programs

Location: Port Harcourt

Summary

• MindAfrica is currently recruiting trainers that will deliver hands-on workshops during out-of-school hours for primary and secondary school students in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Working with a STEM curriculum that comprises hands-on projects and emphasizes learning by doing,
• trainers would be responsible for developing project plans and working with students to create exciting, whimsical, structures and devices within MindAfrica’s program scope.
• Trainers will be expected to work as part of a team and be well acquainted with relevant training technology, provide basic technical support and troubleshooting required in a training environment.

Job Requirements/Responsibilities

• Must be ready to apply creative skills and those of an educator to plan, acquire materials, prep, and present workshops within the program scope.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and enthusiastic while interacting with groups of students in a high energy setting.
• Should have ability to assess own progress and troubleshoot challenges.
• Should have ability to work collaboratively with other instructors or team members.

Candidates Requirements

• 2+ years of in-classroom experience or working on similar projects.
• Background in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields
• Excellent interpersonal skills - with children, youth, parents, peers and supervisors.
• Excellent facilitation skills
• Must have a Can-do attitude.
• References from previous projects
• Successful completion of a screening task - at interview stage.

Application Closing Date
20th January, 2017.

Method of Application
Interested and qualfiied candidates should send their applications and CV's to: [email protected] highlighting relevant skills and experiences only.

Note: Applicants must also indicate if application is for a Full-time or Part-time position. Only successful candidates would be invited for interview.