UI / UX Design Instructor

Southern Careers Institute

is seeking a highly experienced and passionate Subject Matter Expert and UI / UX Design Instructor.

The ideal candidate will possess deep, practical knowledge of user-centered design principles and a proven track record of industry success to effectively guide and mentor the next generation of designers.

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications

The UI / UX Design Instructor is responsible for teaching core UI / UX concepts. Candidates must demonstrate comprehensive expertise in the following areas :

Industry Experience & User-Centered Design

Strong Industry Experience : Significant, hands-on experience in real-world UX / UI design projects, demonstrating a deep understanding of the professional design lifecycle.

User-Centered Design : A comprehensive understanding and ability to teach human-centric approaches to software and product design, emphasizing empathy and accessibility.

Design Tools & Technical Understanding

Design Tool Proficiency : Expertise with industry-standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, and Sketch.

Technical Understanding : A solid grasp of the basic principles of how websites and applications work (e.g., front-end basics, development workflows) to effectively frame design decisions within technical constraints.

Research Methods & Usability

User Research and Usability Testing : Expertise in a variety of user research methods, including the ability to plan, conduct, synthesize, and present findings from usability tests, interviews, and other research activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field (Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Software Engineering, Interaction Design, Computer Science, etc.)

2+ years professional work experience as a UI / UX designer

Prior teaching experience preferred

If you are a design professional eager to share your knowledge and shape future talent, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Training & Development

Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment

Continuous Growth Opportunities

Medical, Dental, & Vision Options

Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)

Basic Life & Accident Insurance

Short & Long-term Disability

401K Retirement Plan

SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Southern Careers Institute

SCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we're just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.

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