Programming & Coding Teacher Job Opportunity at School of St Jude

Role: Programming & Coding Teacher

Organization: School of St Jude (Tanzania)

Requirements: Degree in Computer Science/IT + teaching experience

Deadline: 28 November 2025

Apply to: recruitment@schoolofstjude.co.tz

About Us

The School of St Jude is a pioneering leader in charitable education within Africa. Every year we give 1,800 students with free, quality education, 100’s of graduates with access to higher education, and provide more than 20,000 government school students with quality teachers. St Jude’s is funded by generous supporters from around the world who make our mission of giving bright, poor Tanzanian students a free, quality education possible.

Who You Are

  • A technology enthusiast committed to empowering young people through digital literacy.
  • Someone who enjoys using interactive, hands-on teaching methods to simplify coding concepts.
  • Innovative, patient, and passionate about building students’ problem-solving and logical-thinking skills.
  • You go to sleep at night dreaming about shaping the next generation of coders and tech innovators.

What You’ll Do

  • Teach programming fundamentals using languages such as Python, JavaScript, Scratch, or similar.
  • Lead practical coding sessions, software development exercises, and mini-projects.
  • Introduce students to computational thinking, algorithms, robotics, or basic app development.
  • Prepare engaging lesson plans for the 2-month holiday program.
  • Collaborate with the school’s ICT and Career Guidance teams to deliver high-impact learning.

Requirements

  • Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field.
  • Strong programming background with experience teaching or training youth.
  • Ability to simplify technical concepts for learners aged 16–18.
  • Comfortable using coding platforms, online tools, and digital resources.
  • Dedicated, organised, innovative, and passionate about youth development.

Why Join Us

  • The opportunity to use your talents and expertise to fight poverty through education and make a positive impact in Tanzania
  • A flexible and supportive community of international and local employees
  • Ample opportunities for career progression and development
  • Mid-morning tea and lunch (during working days)

How to Apply

Send your cover letter and an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae to:

Email: recruitment@schoolofstjude.co.tz

Subject line must include: TSOSJ/HR/ADM/HO/11/19-3

Deadline

Applications close on 28 November 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.