Game Programming Instructor

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE), a post-secondary non-profit organization, is a leading specialist educator in Video Game Development for the fields of programming, game art, 3D animation, visual effects and filmmaking. Established since 1996, AIE educates students for employment and career opportunities through the provision of world-class education as well as acting as a catalyst to build these industries.

AIE is hiring a Game Programming Instructor to join our Lafayette campus faculty team. This teacher will work closely with other faculty in the Game Programming, Game Design & Production and Game Art / VFX divisions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Delivering the course content for using a combination of practical tutorials, lectures and one to one support.
• Planning, creation, and development of new course materials, lectures, and methods.
• Advising and assisting students on both creative and technical issues.
• Monitoring student progress including attendance, coursework, and informal & formal assessments.
• Interviewing prospective student applicants.
• Building school and student connections to industry to enhance employment opportunities.
• Working collaboratively with faculty and staff on events, initiatives, and improvements.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• A passion for Game Programming.
• Detailed, practical, up-to-date knowledge of C++ and C# for game programming and the application of middleware.
• Enthusiasm to work with students and pass on your knowledge and skills.
• Minimum 3 years' experience working in game development, or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Teaching experience is preferred but not required.
• Formal qualifications in game programming or a related field is preferred.

Important information:

• This is a full-time position, and based at Lafayette campus.
• Classes run on a studio model between 9am and 5pm.
• Preparation time and regular inter-staff meetings are included in the hours.
• AIE provides staff with all software and equipment required to deliver the courses. The school is dedicated to teaching on industry standard equipment.
• Please note that this role is not remote.

Applications should contain a resume and a cover letter addressing the Skills and Knowledge requirements as well as a link to a current portfolio.

Salary is negotiable based on skills and experience.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Lafayette, LA 70506 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lafayette, LA 70506: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person