After School Kids Coding Instructor Computer Science Teacher Mentor

Code Ninjas - Tracy Mountain House; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Code Ninjas in Tracy, CA is seeking a Computer Science Teacher to guide kids aged 5-14 through our JR and CREATE programs. As a Code Sensei, you will deliver the curriculum, run engaging activities, and help students build games while exploring STEM topics.

You'll create a safe, fun learning environment after school, assess progress, and communicate with parents. Prior experience with kids and a passion for teaching are essential; local residency in Tracy area preferred.

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, 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.

Skills

Coding / CS / STEM experience

Teaching kids with empathy

Experience with 5-14

Local Tracy area resident

Education

Recent college graduates

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.