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:

• Deliver high-quality Information Technology instruction in accordance

  with QTI policies, procedures, and curriculum requirements.

• Support military students in achieving academic success and developing

  practical digital skills in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Email

  Applications, and Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Contribute to curriculum development, quality assurance, and continuous

  improvement initiatives within the General Studies department.

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centred learning environment

  that promotes engagement, problem-solving, digital literacy, and responsible

  use of technology.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and military stakeholders to support

  student achievement and departmental objectives.

• Maintain accurate records and meet all reporting, administrative, and

  performance management requirements.

Key Values:

Demonstrate and embody core values of:

• Knowledge: Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, applying

  expertise and insights to make decisions, solve problems and contribute to

  organisational success.

• Agility: Adapt quickly to changing priorities, customer requirements, and

  business needs, embracing flexibility to deliver organisational success.

• Trust: Build and maintain strong relationships through transparency,

  reliability, and collaboration, fostering confidence among colleagues and

  customers.

• 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.

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.

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