Frontend Development Course Tutor at Wale University

Wale University is an Open and Distance Learning institution committed to transforming education across Africa through innovation, real-world learning, and Christ-centered leadership. Our programs are designed to equip students with practical skills, entrepreneurial thinking, and globally relevant competencies to solve problems and create value.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Frontend Development Course Tutor

Location: Nigeria

Role Overview

• We are seeking a Front-End Development Course Tutor who will deliver high-quality virtual instruction, guide project-based learning, and mentor learners through the process of becoming professional-ready developers.
• The ideal candidate is not only skilled technically but also enjoys teaching, breaking down complex concepts, and supporting student growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured and engaging lessons on HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks.
• Explain front-end development concepts clearly with real industry use-cases and demos.
• Guide students through coding assignments, product builds, and portfolio projects.
• Provide thoughtful feedback on code quality, accessibility, readability, and best practices.
• Host weekly live classes, reviews, and Q&A or mentorship sessions.
• Support students with debugging, version control, deployment, and workflow guidance.
• Maintain an encouraging and professional learning atmosphere.
• Collaborate with the academic team to continuously improve learning materials and curriculum standards.

Required Technical Competencies
Candidates should demonstrate practical knowledge in:

• HTML5, CSS3 (including Flexbox and Grid), responsive and mobile-first design
• JavaScript (ES6+), including functions, DOM manipulation, async programming, and APIs
• Modern UI frameworks such as React, Next.js
• Component-based architecture and state management (React Hooks, Context API; Redux is a plus)
• Version Control with Git and GitHub workflows
• API integration (REST or GraphQL)
• Deployment using platforms like Netlify or Vercel

Additional Skills (Strong Advantage):

• Understanding of UI/UX design principles and design systems
• Use of Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch for interface planning
• Familiarity with TailwindCSS, Styled Components, or CSS preprocessors (SASS/SCSS)
• Understanding of accessibility standards and performance optimization
• Experience working in Agile or collaborative development environments (Slack, Trello, Notion)
• Previous mentoring, tutoring, or leadership experience

Professional Competencies:

• Clear communication skills and the ability to simplify complex ideas
• Empathy and patience for learners at different skill levels
• Ability to give constructive, supportive feedback
• Strong organizational discipline and consistency
• A growth mindset and collaborative approach to teaching.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive compensation for the project delivered
• Recognition as an instructor at Wale University
• Opportunities for advancement into curriculum leadership or Wale Lab initiatives
• The opportunity to shape the next generation of African tech talent

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Portfolio or GitHub links (and optional sample lesson or demo project) to: info@wale.university using "Front-End Tutor Application – Your Name" as the subject of the mail.