Coding Instructor

CodeNinjas Harrisburg-Mechanicsburg; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

A leading children's coding franchise in Ottawa is seeking a Code Sensei to create a fun and safe learning environment for kids. The role involves teaching coding fundamentals and mentoring students while providing regular feedback to parents. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and in customer service. Compensation ranges from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour. Applications are to be made directly to the franchisee.

Qualifications

• Enjoy engaging with kids and mentoring them in a fun environment.
• Experience in customer service roles.
• Familiarity with coding basics like Unity and Javascript is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive and fun environment for students.
• Teach fundamental coding skills to kids.
• Provide feedback to parents about their child's progress.

Skills

Enjoy working with children ages 7 and up

Customer service experience

Teaching or mentoring experience

Collaboration skills

Knowledge of coding (Unity, Javascript)

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

Job description

Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding franchise. In our center, kids ages 7-14 learn to code in a fun, non-intimidating way – by playing and building video games they love. Kids have a blast and can’t wait to come back. Parents are thrilled as their children gain confidence and new skills including coding, math, logic, and problem-solving, as they progress from white to black belt. Our core promise is, Kids have fun, parents see results.

We are planning to open the centre in early Spring 2025 at the Centrum Centre.

Job Description

We are looking for a Code Sensei to join our team of dynamic, energetic, forward-thinking minds, working toward our common goal: providing a fun and safe learning environment for children. Our Senseis are the lifeblood of our Code Ninjas center. This individual oversees the day-to-day coaching and student engagement. Do you enjoy teaching and building problem-solving skills in young minds? Do you like video games? Have you mentored youth? This could be the role for you.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a positive, FUN, and safe environment in which students can grow
• Teach kids fundamental coding skills and concepts
• Provide feedback to parents
• Follow opening/closing duties daily
• Report daily to Center Manager with respect to day’s activities and productivity in dojo

Qualifications

• Enjoy working with children ages 7 and up (mentoring, coaching, tutoring etc.)
• Experience working with customer service
• Experience in teaching, mentoring or child care
• Works well with others; collaborates
• Knowledgeable about coding (Unity, Javascript and block-based)
• Must be FUN to work with and like working in fast-paced environments where requirements can change frequently

Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

About Us

Code Ninjas is the world’s largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise, with hundreds of locations in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2016, our company is headquartered in Houston, TX. At our centers, kids learn to code while building their own video games. Kids have fun, parents see results.

Code Ninjas is creating the problem solvers of tomorrow. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential. Educating our youth in coding provides them with the problem-solving skills and self-esteem to pursue their dreams.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Code Ninjas Corporate.