Game Design with Python Instructor

Vault Academy is a workforce development and technology education platform committed to creating alternative pathways into high-growth careers for youth and young adults. We provide industry-aligned training in coding, cloud computing, AI, esports, and digital innovation. We are currently seeking a dynamic Instructor to lead a 12-week game design cohort focused on Python fundamentals applied within the Roblox development ecosystem.

Position Overview

The Game Design Instructor will deliver engaging, hands-on instruction that introduces students to Python programming concepts while building interactive experiences on the Roblox platform.

This instructor must be comfortable working within a hybrid learning environment and managing course materials, assignments, and student engagement through the Canvas learning management system.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured instruction for a 12-week Game Design course
• Teach Python fundamentals in a practical, project-based format
• Guide students in developing games within the Roblox platform
• Manage assignments, grading, and communication through Canvas LMS
• Provide mentorship and real-time technical support
• Track student progress and submit weekly reports
• Foster an engaging, inclusive, and creative learning environment

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with Python programming
• Experience developing or scripting within Roblox (Roblox Studio preferred)
• Familiarity with Canvas LMS (assignment uploads, grading, module management)
• Experience teaching, tutoring, or mentoring youth or young adults
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Ability to deliver instruction in a hybrid (in-person + virtual) format

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching game design or coding bootcamps
• Background in workforce development or CTE programs
• Experience working with at-risk or justice-involved youth
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Education, Game Design, or related field (preferred but not required)

What We’re Looking For?

Vault Academy is looking for someone who can:

• Make coding exciting and accessible
• Translate technical concepts into practical applications
• Inspire creativity while teaching discipline in programming
• Operate with professionalism and structure
• Align with Vault Academy’s mission of expanding opportunity through technology

Compensation

Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Contract-based (12-week engagement with potential for renewal).

All applicants are required to submit:

• Résumé
• Brief statement of teaching philosophy
• Portfolio or examples of Roblox/Python work (if available)

Pay: $30.00 - $34.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you familiar with the Roblox Platform?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Python: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote