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Instructor, Video Game CodingCircuit Stream Inc. • Calgary, AB, CA
Instructor, Video Game Coding

Instructor, Video Game Coding

Circuit Stream Inc. • Calgary, AB, CA
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Circuit Stream is a leader in future technology skills training and learning content. We offer world-class educational services for teen and adult learners with a focus on the skills needed to leverage immersive and emerging technology.

We are seeking a passionate Unity developer with a deep understanding of Unity, C# and game development to instruct our Video Game Coding summer programs to learners aged 13-15. Students will be learning the key concepts of game development and how to bring ideas to life using industry-standard tools and processes. Learners will acquire the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to create their own simple games using Unity and C# scripting. The ideal instructor candidates for this course should possess a strong foundation in Unity Editor, C#, Microsoft Visual Studio, Object-Oriented Programming, as well as some teaching, TA or training experience.

Video Game Coding is a 1 week course that will be offered 3 times in July and August in-person in Calgary, in partnership with Mount Royal University Camps at their campus. Instructors hired to teach this course must be available from 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm MT from July 6-10, July 20-23 and August 10-14 , (plus 1 week in June for training).

Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted starting in January 2026.

Responsibilities

  • Create lesson plans and lead engaging and comprehensive classroom sessions with teen learners following Circuit Stream's Video Game Coding course curriculum (provided)
  • Provide constructive feedback, guidance, and mentorship to students as they ideate, develop, and iterate on their Maze Adventure project
  • Showcase proficiency in Unity and 2D game development concepts
  • Share real-world experiences, case studies, and insights to offer students a holistic understanding of the field
  • Grade and provide feedback on assignments and final projects that accurately measure student understanding and progress within the course.

Requirements

  • Availability to teach during the day (from 8am-4 : 30pm) in July and August 2026 (dates listed above)
  • Previous professional experience in game development or unity development roles is an asset
  • Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Game Development or similar programs
  • Proficiency in Unity and C#
  • Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to convey complex concepts in an accessible and engaging manner
  • Innate logical thinking and the ability to inspire and nurture logical thinking in students
  • A passion for guiding and mentoring students, fostering their growth, and providing meaningful feedback
  • Willingness to adapt to evolving curriculum needs, industry trends, and emerging technologies
  • A collaborative attitude, eager to contribute to a positive and supportive team environment
  • A proactive attitude towards ongoing professional development and a willingness to learn and stay up-to-date with industry advancements
  • A strong portfolio of relevant work to showcase your skills and experience
  • Previous experience teaching coding to kids / teens or experience as a teaching assistant for university or college level courses
  • Our Values (Part of everything we do!)

  • Curiosity : We believe in asking questions, listening to new ideas, and gathering feedback from our teammates and community, as their voices form the foundation of our work.
  • Courage : To achieve great things requires accepting the risk of getting things wrong. We embrace this attitude and believe it’s a mindset necessary to succeed and innovate.
  • Ownership : We believe that how you do anything is how you do everything. We hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards and ensure our team and community can rely on us to deliver our absolute best at all times.
  • Bias for Action : We move quickly and take action. We put our work out there early and often, knowing that we will iterate and improve over time. We value speed and keeping pace with innovation.
  • Objective : When making decisions, we lead with data before opinions. Data creates transparency and alignment towards work with the largest impact.
  • Open : We believe that fostering an open mindset where new ideas and perspectives from all backgrounds can be shared and exchanged is vital to realizing the enormous potential of ourselves and our collective ambition.
  • Learner First : We stay grounded to the student's needs. When faced with a challenge, we start with the student and work backwards.
  • What's In It For You

  • Integral member of a fast-growing company and Instructor team
  • Contractor set up with semi-monthly invoicing, so you can also have other projects on the go
  • Competitive fixed price rate $1500 per week x 3 weeks
  • Instructor training and professional development
  • Community of instructors and educators to connect with and learn from
  • Join us in shaping the future of Gaming and Coding education! What makes us different makes us stronger. We want our company to be a great place to work for everyone; where people feel safe, included, inspired, trusted, and supported so they can be, and bring, their best. We’re committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace where unique perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and attributes are valued and utilized to help achieve better results. As an organization with operations across different geographies, we celebrate the fact that our workforce is made up of people with diverse demographics. We are committed to ensuring our workplace is fair, equitable and free of discrimination and harassment.

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