IT Instructor – General Studies

Instructors at Qatar Technical Institute (QTI) form the backbone of the
training ecosystem and play a critical role in delivering high-quality
vocational, technical and defence training in accordance with the Ministry of
Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) standards. The IT instructor works in
the General Studies department, which forms the first year of a two-year
diploma.

The primary role of the IT Instructor is to deliver the Information
Technology curriculum to military students in accordance with all policies and
processes at the QTI. The role involves teaching and supporting the creation,
maintenance, and delivery of Information Technology subjects, including
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Email Applications, and Microsoft PowerPoint,
to specific standards within the General Studies department.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to plan and implement engaging
lessons based on MoEHE curriculum. They will create an inclusive learning
environment that supports student success while maintaining academic rigor and
adherence to institutional standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate
strong communication skills, a commitment to student-centered learning, and the
ability to inspire interest and achievement in the different subjects within
Information Technology.

The role involves engaging in regular feedback
meetings with Senior Instructors in support of continuous improvement of the
instructor’s classes and the department as a whole. Taking ownership of their
classes and leading by example, the instructor must demonstrate professionalism
and flexibility. The instructor must also demonstrate a commitment to
continuous professional development and continuous improvement initiatives
within the QTI.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in
responding to changing priorities, student needs, and organisational
requirements. They will work collaboratively with colleagues and military
stakeholders to support student achievement and departmental objectives,
fostering positive and productive working relationships across the
organisation. The instructor will be agile to meet evolving educational and
organizational requirements, embracing change and maintaining a proactive
approach to ensure the continued success of students, the department, and the
QTI.

Key Aspects of the role:

1. Deliver high-quality Information Technology instruction in accordance
   with QTI policies, procedures, and curriculum requirements.
   
2. Support military students in achieving academic success and developing
   practical digital skills in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Email
   Applications, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
   
3. Contribute to curriculum development, quality assurance, and continuous
   improvement initiatives within the General Studies department.
   
4. Foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centred learning environment
   that promotes engagement, problem-solving, digital literacy, and responsible
   use of technology.
   
5. Work collaboratively with colleagues and military stakeholders to support
   student achievement and departmental objectives.
   
6. Maintain accurate records and meet all reporting, administrative, and
   performance management requirements.
   

Key Values: Demonstrate and embody core values of:

1. Knowledge: Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, applying
   expertise and insights to make decisions, solve problems and contribute to
   organisational success.
   
2. Agility: Adapt quickly to changing priorities, customer requirements, and
   business needs, embracing flexibility to deliver organisational success.
   
3. Trust: Build and maintain strong relationships through transparency,
   reliability, and collaboration, fostering confidence among colleagues and
   customers.
   
4. Decency: Act with respect, integrity and fairness, promoting an inclusive
   and supportive workplace.
   

Core Responsibilities:

1. Training
Delivery

• Teach Microsoft Word, Microsoft
Excel, Email Applications, Microsoft PowerPoint, and related Information
Technology subjects within the General Studies programme.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging
lessons that meet curriculum requirements and address diverse student needs.

• Apply effective classroom
management strategies and maintain a positive learning environment.

• Provide academic and pastoral
support to students throughout their learning journey.

2. Student
Progress

• Assess student learning using
formative and summative assessment methods.

• Provide timely and constructive
oral and written feedback.

• Monitor, record, and report student
progress, attendance, and behaviour in accordance with QTI requirements.

3. Curriculum
Development and Quality Improvement

• Contribute to the development,
review, and enhancement of curriculum materials and teaching resources.

• Participate in lesson observations,
feedback processes, and professional development activities.

• Support departmental continuous
improvement initiatives and share best practice with colleagues.

4. Administration
and Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate student and
administrative records within required timescales.

• Use approved teaching and
administrative technologies effectively.

• Provide teaching cover when
required.

• Follow established communication
and reporting procedures.

• Engage fully with QTI performance
management processes and professional standards.

• Maintain a professional classroom
environment.

5. Health,
Safety and Environment (SHE)

• Comply with all QTI health, safety,
and environmental policies and procedures.

• Complete all mandatory SHE training
and demonstrate safe working practices.

• Promote a safe, disciplined, and
professional learning environment within classrooms and training facilities.

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6. Military
Environment

• Build and maintain positive
professional relationships with military personnel.

• Operate professionally and
respectfully within the military training environment.

Requirements

Qualification/Trade
Knowledge:

Essential:

• Holds qualified teacher
  status or a relevant education and training qualification (e.g. PGCE, B.Ed.,
  M.Ed., MA, BA, Diploma, or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer
  Science, Educational Technology, Digital Skills Training, Education, or a
  related field.
  
• Relevant experience
  teaching Information Technology subjects to international students in a range
  of contexts.
  
• Knowledge and
  experience teaching Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Email Applications,
  Microsoft PowerPoint, and other essential digital literacy or office
  productivity applications.
  
• Demonstrable soft
  skills across a multi-disciplinary department.
  
• Ability to use a range
  of teaching and administrative technologies.
  
• Strong classroom
  management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Commitment to cultural
  sensitivity, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
  

Desirable:

• Demonstrated knowledge,
  skills, professional certifications, and/or industry experience in one or more
  of the following subject areas:
• Java, Python, object-oriented programming, data
  structures, algorithms, debugging, testing, computer architecture, assembly
  language, operating systems, network fundamentals, network configuration,
  cybersecurity principles, applied cryptography, secure communication, database
  design, AI concepts, machine learning basics, data modelling, analytics,
  visualization techniques, forensic principles, evidence acquisition,
  preservation, reporting, SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar), cloud, mobile,
  IoT, encryption challenges, cybersecurity analytics, mathematical reasoning
  applied to computing (storage, bandwidth, data representation)., and
  Cybersecurity Project Work.
  
• Experience within a
  military setting.
  
• Teaching experience in
  the Middle East.
  
• Arabic language
  
• In addition to the primary teaching specialism,
  Instructors may be required to support the delivery, development, assessment,
  verification, and administration of other subject areas, programmes, or
  training activities within the organisation as directed by the Customer, Line
  Manager, Head of Department, or Head of the Organisation. Such responsibilities
  will be allocated based on the Instructors/Lecturers qualifications,
  professional experience, industry background, demonstrated competence, and
  previous teaching or training experience. Where appropriate, Instructors/Lecturers may be provided with internal training, mentoring, professional development, or familiarisation activities to enable them to undertake additional teaching and training responsibilities effectively.