Are you a passionate educator with a strong background in computer science and a talent for inspiring young minds? New Horizons is currently seeking a patient, dynamic, and skilled School ICT Instructor to join its School department in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State.
This role presents an excellent opportunity for a computer studies professional to build strong technological foundations for younger learners, covering computer literacy, introductory programming, digital safety, and modern productivity tools as part of the primary and secondary school curriculum.
Job Overview
- Job Title: School ICT Instructor
- Company: New Horizons
- Location: Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Work Mode: Onsite
- Target Audience: School-age students / Younger learners
Role Summary
The School ICT Instructor is responsible for delivering age-appropriate ICT training to school-age students, aligning lessons with the broader academic curriculum. The ideal candidate will foster a safe, engaging, and disciplined learning environment, introducing students to essential computer operations, keyboarding skills, office productivity suites, digital citizenship, and beginner-friendly coding platforms like Scratch.
Key Responsibilities
As a School ICT Instructor at New Horizons, your primary duties will include:
- Curriculum & Lesson Delivery: Deliver structured ICT lessons aligned with school curriculum standards, covering general computer literacy, keyboarding techniques, and basic office productivity tools.
- Foundational Programming & Projects: Introduce beginner programming concepts using child-friendly platforms (e.g., Scratch) and assign practical projects to evaluate student learning outcomes.
- Digital Safety & Citizenship: Educate students on internet safety, responsible technology usage, and core digital citizenship guidelines.
- Assessment & Progress Tracking: Evaluate student development through classwork, quizzes, and practical assessments, maintaining clear communication with school administrators regarding pacing and student reporting.
- Classroom & Facility Management: Oversee instructional ICT facilities, maintain equipment safety, manage student behavior effectively, and ensure a secure learning environment.
- Training Evaluation & Continuous Improvement: Research innovative learning systems, conduct tailored student training, and systematically evaluate the effectiveness of each instructional session.
Candidate Requirements & Qualifications
Interested applicants should meet the following educational, technical, and professional requirements:
- Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.), Higher National Diploma (HND), NCE, or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Education, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
- Teaching Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of hands-on experience teaching ICT or computer studies to school-age students (Post-NYSC teaching experience is a strong advantage).
- Technical Proficiency:
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and general OS/computer operations.
- Basic familiarity with beginner block-coding/programming tools (e.g., Scratch).
- Knowledge of front-end web languages and libraries (such as HTML/CSS and JavaScript).
- Graphic design skills (using tools like Photoshop or CorelDraw) serve as an added advantage.
- Instructional & Soft Skills:
- Patient, creative, and engaging teaching approach tailored to younger learners.
- Proven classroom management, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Preferred Skills Summary
- Microsoft Office & General Computer Literacy
- Scratch Programming & Front-End Web Basics
- Digital Safety & Responsible Internet Use
- Classroom Management & Student Assessment
- Graphic Design Capabilities (Photoshop / CorelDraw)
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