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About the Role

The 32BJ Training Fund is seeking a part-time Virtual Reality Instructor to deliver engaging, student-centered instruction using Virtual Reality (VR) technologies and immersive learning platforms. This role supports workforce development, safety training, and technical skills acquisition, aligning with the Training Fund's mission of providing innovative, high-quality training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor-led VR-based training using approved curriculum and lesson plans.
• Facilitate immersive learning experiences through VR headsets and simulation technologies.
• Instruct students on the safe and effective use of VR hardware, software, and related equipment.
• Guide students through virtual simulations, scenarios, and interactive exercises.
• Monitor student performance within third-party programs and provide coaching and feedback.
• Assess student progress toward course objectives and document outcomes.
• Troubleshoot basic VR equipment and software issues during class sessions.
• Ensure all VR equipment is properly maintained, inventoried, and stored.
• Maintain attendance records, assessments, and training documentation in the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Collaborate with curriculum developers and subject matter experts to enhance VR learning experiences.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Virtual Reality (VR) training programs, continuously exploring emerging technologies and innovative instructional methods.
• Guide and support students in the effective use of VR headsets, simulation software, and related technologies, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience using Virtual Reality training platforms and VR headset technologies.
• Experience utilizing gaming, simulation, or immersive technology platforms to facilitate learning, problem-solving, and user engagement is highly desirable.
• Strong instructional and facilitation skills.
• Experience teaching adult learners preferred.
• Experience with Meta Quest, Meta Quest 3/3S, and comparable VR platforms required.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to learners with varying levels of technology experience.
• Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable working with any type of digital learning technologies and instructional software.
• Expertise in workforce training, safety training, technical skills training, or related disciplines.
• Record of completed COVID-19 vaccine or confirmed medical/religious exemption.
• Compliance with current COVID-19 protocols of the organization.

Skills

• Virtual Reality training platforms
• VR headset technologies
• Gaming platforms
• Simulation platforms
• Immersive technology platforms
• Instructional skills
• Facilitation skills
• Meta Quest
• Meta Quest 3/3S
• Technical concept explanation
• Problem-solving
• Technical troubleshooting
• Digital learning technologies
• Instructional software
• Workforce training
• Safety training
• Technical skills training
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong classroom management abilities
• Ability to engage with diverse adult learners
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment
• English language proficiency
• Bilingual preferred

Location

• Manhattan, New York

Work Type

• Part-time
• Virtual Reality Instructor

Experience Level

• Adult learner teaching experience preferred

Education Level

• High School Diploma required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, Information Technology, Game Design or Game Development, Digital Media or Interactive Media, Learning & Development, Workforce Education, Adult Education or Training preferred
• Background in gaming, game development, VR content creation, or interactive technologies that support learner engagement and experiential learning a plus

Salary/Compensations

• $50.00 per teaching hour
• Paid preparation time
• Paid in-house training, coaching, and professional development opportunities

About the Company

• Building Services 32BJ Benefit Funds (“the Funds”) administers Health, Pension, Retirement Savings, Training, and Legal Services benefits to over 100,000 SEIU 32BJ members.
• The mission is to make significant contributions to the lives of members by providing high-quality benefits and services.
• Core values include Flexibility, Initiative, Respect, Sustainability, and Teamwork (FIRST).
• The Funds oversees and manages $9 billion of assets.
• For 2025 and beyond, 32BJ Benefit Funds will continue to drive innovation, equity, and technology insights.
• Uses cutting-edge technology such as: M365, Dynamics 365 CRM, Dynamics 365 F&O, Azure, AWS, SQL, Snowflake, QlikView, and more.