Center Director / Assistant Center Director or Internship

Code Ninjas (Tampa-Carrollwood); Shiloh (VA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Training & development

Company parties

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A leading kids coding franchise located in Virginia is looking for an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily center operations. The ideal candidate will engage with children and families, coordinate marketing efforts, and ensure a fun learning environment. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, have experience working with children, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Compensation ranges from $20 to $24 per hour, with flexible work hours, primarily from Tuesday to Saturday.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years working with children ages 5 and up in a camp or recreation setting.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and pass a background check.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the center.
• Engage and interact with children and families.
• Coordinate local and digital marketing efforts.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with kids

Attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Ability to work independently

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Social media

Job description

About Code Ninjas

Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest‑growing kids coding franchise where they build the video games they love. Our mission is to empower kids with the skills they need to thrive in the digital world while fostering creativity, problem‑solving abilities, and a passion for learning. In our center, kids ages 5‑14 learn to interact with technology in a fun, non‑intimidating way. Kids have a blast and can’t wait to come back. Parents are thrilled as their children gain confidence and new STEM skills, including coding, logic, and critical thinking, as they progress from white to black belt. Our core promise is: “Kids have fun, Parents see results.”

Benefits

• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Work Hours

Preliminary work hours will most likely be: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 1 PM to 9 PM, plus Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM. Hourly to start and flexible timing, 30‑40 h per week.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the center on Tuesdays‑Saturdays
• Effectively communicate about, and promptly follow up on, all camp or center‑related inquiries in‑person, over e‑mail, or on socials
• Coordinate local marketing efforts within budget, including charitable donations
• Coordinate digital marketing efforts within budget, including regular posts on our behalf
• Follow up on leads, schedule tours, and close deals
• Provide center tours while maintaining awareness of students currently in the center
• Work with parents to define children’s learning needs
• Supervise, engage, and interact with children and families in the center
• Ensure that parents understand how their child is learning and progressingKeep accurate records of activities, attendance, and calendars
• Recruit, organize, and coordinate staff
• Engage and oversee sensei to ensure team needs are met
• Ensure the center is a fun and safe learning environment for our students
• Assist and/or plan, organize, promote, and conduct special activities as needed during work hours
• Uphold corporate standards with respect to center cleanliness & operational standards
• Ability to think on the fly and be perceptive to center dynamics
• Report daily/weekly/monthly to the executive team on center, student, and personal progress
• Address emergency/accident issues regarding patrons and facilities.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information in an effective manner.Represent the program in a positive light to the participants, employees, and community
• Responsible for following all prescribed safety rules and regulations
• Maintain regular and prompt attendance, reports to work free from the effects of drugs/controlled substances and/or alcohol, and free from impairment due to prescription drugs
• Ability to travel to and attend a training session at corporate headquarters near Atlanta, Georgia. Expenses will be reimbursed.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for working with kids (REQUIRED)
• Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a background check
• 2‑3 years working in a camp, after‑school, recreation or school setting with children ages 5 and up (REQUIRED)
• Currently enrolled or have graduated from college or university; degree preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of business operations and team leadership a plus
• Must be fun to work with and enjoy working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Extraordinary attention to detail and deadline oriented
• Working knowledge of basic computer practices and procedures, and familiarity with Microsoft suite, social media, and office equipment
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and the ability to understand and communicate written/oral forms and instructions
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous relationships with participants, staff, vendors, parents, and providers
• Ability to invest time and energy into understanding the implementation of our core programs
• Ability to work independently and to submit maintain records efficiently, accurately and prepare clear and concise reports
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work under pressure
• Ability to document and develop clear internal and external operational procedures
• CPR certification and First Aid knowledge preferred but not required

Compensation

$20.00 – $24.00 per hour