Associate STEM Instructor

Associate STEM Instructor

VRAcademi AI & Metaverse Lab

Location: Dubai Sports City, Dubai, UAE

Employment type: Full-time, on-site

Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant teaching or STEM education experience

Schedule: Includes weekends, with weekly day off scheduled accordingly

About the role

VRAcademi AI & Metaverse Lab is seeking an experienced Associate STEM Instructor to deliver engaging, practical learning experiences in robotics, coding, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

You will help students move from understanding concepts to designing, building and presenting their own projects. The role combines classroom teaching, curriculum development, student assessment and lab preparation, primarily for learners aged 8–18.

We are looking for someone who can independently manage a classroom, explain technical concepts clearly and turn technology into meaningful learning experiences.

Key responsibilities

Teaching and student engagement

• Deliver structured, project-based lessons in robotics, coding, AI and related STEM subjects.
• Adapt activities to suit different ages, abilities and learning needs.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, teamwork and independent thinking.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure students use tools and equipment safely.
• Deliver term-time programmes, weekend classes, holiday camps and workshops.

Curriculum and learning resources

• Develop and improve lesson plans, presentations, activity sheets and practical projects.
• Define clear learning outcomes, session timings and assessment criteria.
• Test activities before delivery and prepare equipment, software and teaching materials.
• Document projects and teaching instructions so other instructors can deliver them consistently.
• Contribute to programme planning and maintain agreed standards for curriculum quality.

Assessment and parent communication

• Track attendance, participation, project completion and student progress.
• Maintain student portfolios and provide constructive feedback.
• Share clear, professional progress updates with parents through approved channels.
• Support student showcases, demonstrations and presentations.

Lab operations and teamwork

• Maintain an organised, safe and classroom-ready learning environment.
• Carry out basic troubleshooting of robotics kits, devices and classroom software.
• Maintain equipment records and promptly report faults, shortages or safety concerns.
• Coordinate with academic and operations teams on timetables, resources and delivery requirements.
• Support teaching assistants and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Follow safeguarding, student supervision and organisational policies.

Essential qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, robotics, education or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant teaching, training or STEM education experience, including direct experience working with school-age learners.
• Practical teaching capability in at least two of the following:
• Robotics and physical computing
• Coding using platforms such as Scratch or Python
• Artificial intelligence and introductory machine learning
• Electronics, sensors and microcontrollers
• Experience using relevant tools such as LEGO Education, Makeblock, micro, Arduino, Raspberry Pi or equivalent platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to develop structured lessons and deliver practical student projects.
• Strong classroom management, communication and organisational skills.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Availability to work on-site in Dubai Sports City, including weekends.

Desirable experience

• Experience teaching in a UAE school, academy or STEM learning centre.
• Familiarity with Tinkercad, 3D design, 3D printing or digital fabrication.
• Exposure to game development, immersive learning, AR or VR.
• Experience delivering camps, competitions, student exhibitions or teacher workshops.
• A teaching qualification or relevant technical certifications.

What success looks like

• Well-prepared lessons delivered consistently and on schedule.
• Students who can demonstrate and explain what they have learnt.
• Clear evidence of progress through completed projects and assessments.
• Accurate teaching records and timely parent updates.
• Reusable curriculum resources that meet agreed quality standards.
• Safe, organised classrooms and well-maintained equipment

How to apply

Please submit your CV, a brief summary of your relevant teaching experience and examples of STEM lessons or student projects you have delivered. Include your current location, notice period and salary expectations.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver a practical teaching demonstration.