After School Kids Coding Instructor Computer Science Teacher Mentor

CodeNinjas Harrisburg-Mechanicsburg; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Paid learning opportunity

Incentives for enrolling students

Supportive team

Modern teaching resources

Job summary

Code Ninjas is seeking a Computer Science Teacher to teach both our JR Program (ages 5-7) and CREATE Program (ages 8-14). As a Code Sensei, you’ll help kids develop coding skills, build games, and explore STEM topics.

You will deliver curriculum for younger and older students, using block-based coding, JavaScript, MakeCode, VR Coding, Godot, and C#/Unity, while fostering a safe, engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must have coding / computer science / STEM experience
• Enthusiastic about teaching kids with empathy, kindness and make it fun
• Prior experience working with kids aged 5-14 in teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or similar roles
• A well-organized individual with a growth mindset and a can-do attitude to solve problems and support teammates
• Resides locally in Tracy-Mountain House area.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive, fun, and safe learning environment for children aged 5-14.
• Deliver Code Ninjas’ curriculum, including block-based coding for younger students and syntax-based coding for older students, such as JavaScript, MakeCode, VR Coding, Godot, and C#/Unity.
• Design, create and lead engaging activities such as STEM/Robotics, Minecraft and Roblox programming, 3D printing projects, and seasonal camps.
• Assess students’ progress, and document feedback for parents after each session.
• Clean and keep the center in perfect order, and safe for all students.
• Create content for social media and promotional materials based on in-center activities.

Skills

Coding / CS / STEM experience

Empathy and teaching

Teaching kids 5-14

Organized, growth mindset

Local resident Tracy-Mountain House

Tools

JavaScript

Microsoft MakeCode

VR Coding

Godot

C#/Unity

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Ideal for:

Recent college graduates, college students, passionate about teaching kids and coding.

Must be available to work after-school hours M-F 3pm-7pm Sat 10-1

About the Role

Code Ninjas is seeking a Computer Science Teacher to teach both our JR Program (ages 5-7) and CREATE Program (ages 8-14). As a Code Sensei, you'll help kids 5-14 develop proper coding skills, build fun games, and explore advanced STEM topics.

Benefits

• Think of this role as a paid learning opportunity while you teach, learn leadership and communication skills.
• Opportunity to earn incentives if you have savvy street smarts to canvass and enroll new students.
• Exceptional work environment with a supportive team of peers- all kind, and intelligent.
• Access to modern tools and teaching resources.

Responsibilities (what you will be doing)

• Create a positive, fun, and safe learning environment for children aged 5-14.
• Deliver Code Ninjas’ curriculum, including block-based coding for younger students and syntax-based coding for older students, such as JavaScript, Microsoft MakeCode, VR Coding, Godot, and C#/Unity.
• Design, create and lead engaging activities such as STEM/Robotics, Minecraft and Roblox programming, 3D printing projects, and seasonal camps tailored to various age groups to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Assess students’ progress, and document feedback for parents after each session.
• Clean and keep the center in perfect order, and safe for all students.
• Create content for social media and promotional materials based on in-center activities.

Required Qualifications

• Must have coding / computer science / STEM experience
• Enthusiastic about teaching kids with empathy, kindness and make it fun
• Prior experience working with kids aged 5-14 in teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or similar roles
• A well-organized individual with a growth mindset and a can-do attitude to solve problems and support teammates.
• Resides locally in Tracy-Mountain House area.

About Code Ninjas

Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding center, where kids ages 5-14 learn to code by building games in a fun and non-intimidating way. Parents love seeing their children develop coding, math, logic, and problem-solving skills as they progress from white to black belt. Our brand promise: Kids have fun, parents see results.

Note: Employment requires a background check verifying clear criminal history.