Aug 09, 2024 - HyperionDev is hiring a remote Junior Programming Lecturer - Cybersecurity. Location: South Africa.
ABOUT US
HyperionDev is one of the largest providers of accelerated tech education in EMEA and one of the oldest providers of 'coding bootcamps' in the world. We work with top universities such as Imperial College London, The London School of Economics, The University of Edinburgh, and Stellenbosch University to deliver structured technical courses and bootcamps that accelerate people into fulfilling tech careers.
We are dedicated to closing the global tech skills gap by integrating tech education with human mentorship and expert code review powered by a workforce in Southern Africa, which lowers the cost of an accessible education in technology.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our Programming Lecturers have a niche skill-set that is at the intersection of technical coding skills and teaching/mentorship abilities.
To excel in this role, you must be excited at the prospect of helping the world write better code. You must have a proven track record in helping students learn how to code, be it as a peer mentor, school teacher, university lecturer, or online tutor.
Apart from teaching students code at our physical campus (full-time or part-time), you will also work with leading coding education providers from around the world to provide expert code review to international students and tech teams.
RESPONSIBILITIES
You will support our learners by guiding them on their course content and coding projects. A typical day would include:
- Delivering the HyperionDev course content in the form of lectures and workshops.
- Supporting Senior Lecturers and Learning Design with developing lecture content.
- Assisting with the identification and implementing of new strategies for improving overall pedagogy.
- Reviewing and updating course content and teaching methods.
- Supporting the curriculum planning.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum
- Completed a HyperionDev bootcamp/Cyber Security certification or has at least 6 months to a year coding experience.
- 6 months of teaching, tutoring or mentoring experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A problem-solving and positive attitude.
- Functions well independently.
- Fast learner, meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to craft, collate and maintain student data for informing pedagogical processes.
- Interest in education, particularly coding and tech education.
- Demonstrable knowledge of Cybersecurity tech stacks including Python, Git, Bash, Linux, Network management, Ethical Hacking, and penetration testing.
- Ability to start work from 2 pm to 11 pm SAST (UTC+2) or from 9 am to 6 pm SAST for onsite students.
Preferred
- Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
- 2+ years of teaching experience in Cybersecurity.
- Experience designing and developing interactive learning experiences.
- Active involvement in local and international tech communities.
BENEFITS
Generous annual leave and medical benefits: We provide up to 20 annual leave days and health insurance for our staff.
Join the heart of tech in Africa, the US, and Europe: You'll work with leading experts in edtech.
Life-changing work: Solve real problems that make education and tech careers accessible to those who need it most.
OUR VALUES
We're a people-forward company with a purpose that underlines everything we do.
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