Join Start Point Academy

At Start Point Academy, we don't simply teach children how to code. We help them become systematic thinkers and confident problem solvers using Scratch programming and practical ICT skills. If you enjoy working with children and want to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Open Positions

• Lead Instructor
• Assistant Instructor

Lead Instructor

Responsibilities

• Deliver Foundational Lessons: Teach fundamental ICT skills including typing, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and safe internet usage.
• Teach Block-Based Coding: Introduce kids to programming concepts using Scratch, helping them build games and animations.
• Track & Assess Progress: Continuously evaluate student performance and maintain accurate records of learning milestones.
• Develop Curriculum: Actively review, improve, and refine ICT and coding lesson plans to fit the learners' age group.
• Classroom Leadership: Maintain a highly organized, professional, and productive learning environment.
• Team Mentorship: Supervise, support, and mentor Assistant Instructors to ensure teaching consistency.
• Reporting & Communication: Write detailed weekly progress reports and handle formal communication with parents regarding student achievements.

Qualifications

We're looking for educators who can cultivate a culture of disciplined thinking and problem solving. Technical ability is important, but reliability, love for teaching children, teamwork, and commitment are equally important.

Skills:

• Possessing basic computer coding skills (front-end & back-end development).

Education:

• Minimum of an Ordinary Diploma or equivalent (holders of Bachelor's degrees or higher are fully eligible and welcome to apply).

Experience:

• Previous formal working experience is a strong asset.
• Teaching: Experience teaching or working with children is a major added advantage.
• Portfolio: Possession of a portfolio or developed projects that you can demonstrate is an advantage.

Assistant Instructor

Responsibilities

• 1-on-1 Student Support: Provide individual assistance to children struggling with Scratch blocks, ICT tools, or basic HTML/CSS syntax.
• Supervise Practical Sessions: Closely monitor students during hands-on lab time (e.g., typing practice, spreadsheet exercises) to keep them on track.
• nafasi za kaziClassroom Management: Assist the Lead Instructor with maintaining classroom order, student focus, and positive class energy.
• Technical Setup: Prepare the physical classroom and ensure all computers, MS Office applications, and Scratch software are ready before lessons start.
• Lesson Preparation: Cooperate with the Lead Instructor to review daily teaching materials and ICT exercises.
• Instructional Backup: Stand ready to cover parts of the basic ICT or Scratch lessons when necessary.
• Grading Support: Assist the Lead Instructor in reviewing, evaluating, and assessing student assignments and projects.
• Student Well-being: Ensure children aged 10–14 remain focused, motivated, safe, and emotionally supported throughout the session.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of an Ordinary Diploma or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, or related Social Sciences (higher degrees are welcome).
• Child Care: Proven experience / strong inclination toward working with, teaching, or mentoring young children.
• Technical Familiarity: Basic computer literacy with a willingness and aptitude to learn basic coding concepts quickly (prior exposure to coding is an added advantage).
• Soft Skills: High emotional intelligence, exceptional patience, energetic personality, and strong classroom management support skills.
• Experience: Previous experience volunteering or working in schools, daycare centers, or children's camps is a major plus.

Working Hours & Commitment

• Employment Type: Full-time, on-site role.
• Weekly Schedule: Monday to Friday, with partial Saturday shifts depending on the student class and training schedules.
• Probation Period: Successful candidates will undergo an initial 3-month probation period to evaluate performance, cultural fit, and teaching delivery.
• Contract Duration: Upon successful completion of the probation period, candidates will be offered a 1-year renewable contract.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application to startpoint161@gmail.com. Please include the following:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting relevant skills and experience.
• Cover Letter explaining your suitability for the specific role you are applying for.
• Demo Video (optional): a short video (1–2 minutes) showcasing your teaching style, explaining a basic tech/coding concept, or introducing yourself.

Subject Line Format:

Please use "Application for [Role Name] – [Your Full Name]" as your email subject line.

Important note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.