Part-time IT Instructor

Location: Osh, Kyrgyzstan

Department: School of Professional and Continuing Education

Reports to: Learning Center Coordinator

Deadline: 27 June 2024

UCA Background:

The University of Central Asia (UCA) was founded in 2000 as a private, not for profit, secular university through an International Treaty signed by the Presidents of Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, and His Highness the Aga Khan; ratified by their respective parliaments, and registered with the United Nations. The Presidents are the Patrons of the University and His Highness is the Chancellor. UCA’s mission is to promote the social and economic development of Central Asia, particularly its mountain communities, by offering an internationally recognised standard of higher education, and enabling the peoples of the region to preserve their rich cultural heritage as assets for the future. UCA brings with it the broader commitment and partnership of the Aga Khan Development Network. For more information: www.ucentralasia.org

Summary of Position:

The IT Instructor vacancy is a part-time position and does not require full day engagement. The Instructor reports to the Learning Center Coordinator in Osh and works closely with other staff members of SPCE UCA Kyrgyzstan.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaching IT programme assigned according to the category both face-to-face and online upon the request of Learning Center Coordinator on recommended platforms;
• Coordinating groups and ability to supervise not more than 20 students;
• Participating in proposals development of new/existing IT programme, upon request of the Coordinator of CEU;
• Participating in marketing campaigns of SPCE courses and programmes;
• Consistently keeping a record of participation of individuals and other documentation flow both in paper and online (individual plans, examination registers, grade reports);
• Ensure that the lessons are planned and delivered in a highly participative and interactive manner and responsive to the request and suggestions of the students;
• Ensuring safety of equipment and furniture in the classrooms;

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• University degree in education, social sciences, IT;
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in teaching IT;
• International certifications confirming pedagogical skills;
• Excellent written and spoken Russian and Kyrgyz language skills a requirement;
• Strong professional communication and inter-personal skills and ability to transfer knowledge to participants.
• Flexibility, client-oriented approach, and ability to adjust to change circumstances and needs.
• The eligible candidate is independent, committed and reliable.

Instructor Performance Indicators

• Students evaluation grade not lower than 70%;
• The average testing score of the group is not lower than 70%;
• To observe at least 2 classes.

How to Apply

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Applications will be reviewed when received. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Candidates from the founding countries of UCA: Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan are encouraged to apply for the position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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