Java Application Developer, Bloom Institute of Technology (BloomTech) (Kampala) - $30,000/year USD

Are you a top-notch Java programmer? If you could be cloned, would the world be a better place? Well, here’s your chance. Teach a new generation of developers world-class skills - without giving up your day job.

Bloom Institute of Technology (BloomTech) is looking for part-time Java professionals to teach in an immersive, live, online classroom. You will set your schedule, choosing the weekly classes that work for your life. You will teach 5-10 hours of live classes per week and spend ~10 hours on preparation, curriculum development, and one-on-one student coaching.

You will impart the technical and soft skills that made your career successful. BloomTech is committed to the success of our students, to the extent that they don’t pay tuition until they secure a job. This unparalleled commitment to employability requires the best instructors to prepare them.

BloomTech is committed to building a diverse team of staff and instructors where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Therefore, we welcome a diverse pool of applicants, including those from historically marginalized groups and non-traditional backgrounds who can appreciate the diverse student communities we serve.

If you’re passionate about Java and ready to share your exceptional programming skills, apply today!

• Teaching daily live code-alongs via Zoom, explaining complex concepts simply, using real-life examples, exercises, and storytelling
• Providing learner support, encouraging struggling learners, and challenging those who are excelling
• Providing curriculum feedback and reporting learner progress

• Managing other instructors or teaching assistants
• Merely tutoring students - your professional expertise forms the foundation of teaching the technical skills required for success in the real world.
• Traveling for conferences, meetings, or trainings. We are a 100% remote team.

Pass on your technical expertise and soft skills to give Java developers the foundation to start new careers.

• Either: 
  • College degree plus 3+ years of professional experience 
  • High school degree plus 5+ years of professional experience
• Demonstrable understanding of Java: Java Version 11, Gradle, TestNG, AWS DynamoDB
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and simply to beginners
• Available to teach during US daytime hours (11 am - 11 pm EST)
• Strong internet connection - at least 6 Mbps upload speed  

• Mentoring or teaching experience