Part-time Trainer – Python Programming & Data Analytics Certifications at KCA University (KCAU)

JOB OBJECTIVE

• The job holder will be responsible for facilitating quality learning through teaching, administration and academic advisory work and ensuring an outstanding student learning experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach and facilitate learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
• Participate in the development, administration and marking of exams, assignments and continuous assessment tests.
• Assist in the development of learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
• Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their professional progress and refer students to support services as appropriate.
• Participate in supervising and assisting students in their coursework.
• Provide pastoral care to students through academic advising and counselling.
• Contribute to departmental, faculty and/or University working groups or committees, when requested to do so.
• Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills.
• Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments and continuous assessment tests and ensure they are keyed into the examination records management system in time.
• Attend departmental, Institute and University meetings with other staff members when required to do so.
• Represent the Institute and the University positively to prospective students and stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Data Science or related field from an accredited/recognised institution.
• At least 1 year of teaching experience at the tertiary level.
• Certification in programming languages.
• Proficiency in Python programming and Data Analytical techniques.
• Knowledge in machine learning and Big Data Technologies.
• Hands-on skills in programming with evidence of a live project.

WORK EXPERIENCE

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Ability to conduct training on both physical and online modes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Time management skills.
• Attention to detail.