Robotics , Coding And Ai Facilitator

Volunteer Partnerships for West Africa (VPWA) is supporting a partner international school in Accra to recruit a Robotics, Coding and AI Instructor to join its rapidly growing technology-driven learning programme. The school follows an international curriculum with a strong emphasis on inquiry-based learning, digital innovation, and small class sizes that allow learners to explore computing in meaningful, hands-on ways.

VPWA is therefore inviting applications from qualified and passionate educators to fill this specialised role for the 2025/2026 Academic Year.

Available Position

• Robotics, Coding & AI Instructor (supporting Early Years, Primary and Upper Primary learners)

Preferred Specialism

Computing, Digital Literacy, Coding, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, or closely related fields.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach age-appropriate lessons in computing, digital literacy, coding, robotics, and foundational AI concepts.

• Guide students through hands-on problem-solving using platforms such as Scratch, Blockly, Python, and LEGO-based or similar robotics kits.

• Design engaging, project-based learning experiences that nurture creativity, logical reasoning, and computational thinking.

• Foster a safe, stimulating, tech-enabled learning environment that encourages experimentation and innovation.

• Assess and track learners’ progress, providing timely feedback and differentiated support.

• Collaborate with teachers across subjects to integrate technology into inquiry-led learning.

• Maintain and manage robotics equipment, devices, and digital learning resources.

• Attend planning meetings, training sessions, and contribute to the school’s wider technology vision.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Robotics, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Experience teaching children (ages 4–12) in computing, coding, robotics, or digital literacy.

• Familiarity with coding platforms such as Scratch, Code.org, Blockly, Python, micro:bit, LEGO Spike/Mindstorms, and introductory AI tools.

• Ability to simplify complex computing concepts for young learners.

• Strong communication skills, patience, creativity, and a child-centred teaching approach.

• Experience in an international, inquiry-based, or Cambridge school setting is an added advantage.

What the Partner School Offers

• Small class sizes to enhance personalised learning.

• A modern tech-enabled environment with robotics kits, digital tools, and AI learning resources.

• Opportunities for continuous professional development in emerging technologies.

• A supportive and collaborative team culture.

• Competitive compensation.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send the following to info@vpwa.org

:

• Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• Copies of academic certificates

• Contact information of two referees

Subject Line: Application – Robotics, Coding & AI Instructor

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