Assistant Center Director

Code Ninjas of Saint Johns FL; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Code Ninjas is seeking an Assistant Center Director for our Saint Johns, FL center. This part-time role runs weekdays 2pm–8pm and includes weekends and events, blending operations, sales support, and customer experience excellence.

You will help manage daily dojo activities, oversee scheduling, mentor team members, and ensure a welcoming, high-energy environment for kids aged 5+. This role is a leadership pipeline toward Center Director, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children (ages 5+) and passion for youth development.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of sales, customer service, or operations.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Support daily dojo operations and assist Center Director.
• Step into leadership in the absence of the Center Director.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and high-energy environment.
• Oversee student experience and enrollment activities.
• Engage with parents, communicate progress, and drive retention.
• Support scheduling and coordination of Senseis.
• Assist in training, coaching, and mentoring staff.
• Lead by example with energy and professionalism.
• Contribute to local outreach and events.

Skills

Child engagement

Communication

Multitasking

Sales awareness

Flexibility

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

Position: Assistant Center Director

Schedule: Part-Time | Weekdays 2pm–8pm | Weekends + Events

Who We Are

Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding franchise, where children ages 5–18 learn to code by building video games they love in a fun, non-intimidating environment. Our promise is simple: Kids have fun, parents see results.

We are more than a coding center—we are a community hub for STEM learning, creativity, and innovation, helping kids build confidence and future-ready skills.

Role Overview

The Assistant Center Director is a key operational leader who supports the Center Director in running a high-performing dojo. This role blends front-line execution, team leadership, sales support, and customer experience excellence.

The Assistant Center Director helps ensure the dojo runs smoothly day-to-day while developing the skills needed to grow into a future Center Director.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Execution

• Support and help oversee daily dojo operations
• Step into leadership as needed in the absence of the Center Director
• Ensure a clean, organized, safe, and high-energy environment
• Maintain awareness of floor activity and student experience at all times
• Adapt quickly to real-time needs and support smooth operations

Sales, Tours & Parent Experience

• Follow up on leads, schedule tours, and support enrollment conversions
• Deliver engaging and informative tours for prospective families
• Build strong relationships with parents and ensure a high level of communication
• Help parents understand their child’s progress and experience
• Contribute to retention through exceptional service and engagement

Team Support & Development

• Support scheduling and daily coordination of Senseis
• Assist in training, coaching, and mentoring team members
• Lead by example on the floor through energy, engagement, and professionalism
• Help ensure proper staffing levels and team readiness

Student Experience & Instructional Support

• Engage directly with students to ensure a fun and productive learning experience
• Support curriculum delivery and help troubleshoot student challenges
• Reinforce a culture of encouragement, creativity, and problem-solving

Community Engagement & Local Outreach

• Support the Center Director in local community engagement efforts
• Participate in:
  • School outreach and partnerships
  • Community events, demos, and promotions
  • In-center events and parent engagement activities
• Help ensure the dojo is a welcoming and visible part of the local community

Reporting & Accountability

• Assist with tracking key metrics and reporting
• Provide updates to Center Director on operations, team performance, and customer experience
• Help identify opportunities for improvement and growth

Qualifications

Required

• Experience working with children (ages 5+) and passion for youth development
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Basic understanding of sales, customer service, or operations
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset

Preferred

• Experience in education, camps, retail, or service-based environments
• Sales, marketing, or customer engagement experience
• Interest in technology, gaming, or STEM education
• Familiarity with programming (JavaScript, Python, C#, etc.) is a plus (training provided)
• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience

Why This Role Matters

The Assistant Center Director is essential to delivering a consistent, high-quality dojo experience while supporting growth, team development, and parent satisfaction.

This role is also a critical leadership pipeline position, preparing future Center Directors to lead their own high-performing dojos and strengthen Code Ninjas’ impact in the community.

Career Path: Code Sensei → Lead Sensei → Assistant Director → Center Director → Regional Director