Code Sensei - Technology Instructor

code-ninjas-careers; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Intern project

Job summary

Code Ninjas seeks a passionate Code Sensei to deliver engaging coding lessons to children aged 5–17. You’ll guide students through curricula, create a safe environment, and foster curiosity in coding, math, and problem solving. You’ll mentor youths, lead camps, and contribute to center growth with an intern project.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and a love for technology, gaming, AI, and robotics, with opportunities across marketing and IT initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 5+ (mentoring, coaching, tutoring, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of or experience with coding and technology, including JavaScript, C#, Python, and robotics programming
• Enthusiastic and fun personality; must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with changing requirements
• Ability to commute to locations and work at multiple locations in the Jacksonville/Saint Augustine Area
• Must have Code Ninjas Black Belt if under 18 or in high school

Responsibilities

• Training – master the curriculum to effectively teach students
• Create a positive and safe environment for student growth
• Teach coding languages including JavaScript, C#, Python, and related technologies
• Engage with children to assess and improve skill levels
• Provide feedback to parents on student progress
• Assist with robotics, coding and AI development activities
• Lead Code Ninjas Camps and Training Sessions
• Support marketing, operations, or IT initiatives with an intern project
• Follow opening/closing procedures and maintain a clean dojo
• Report weekly to the Center Assistant Manager and daily to the Center Manager
• Represent Code Ninjas culture and brand

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring

Coding knowledge

Team collaboration

Enthusiastic personality

Education

Bachelor degree in Marketing/Computer Science/Game Development/Analytics/Teaching

Job description

Who are we?

Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding franchise. In our center, kids ages 5-17 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 believe in these words so much that they’re written on the walls of our center.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a Code Sensei to join our team of dynamic, energetic, forward-thinking individuals working toward a common goal: providing a fun and safe learning environment for children. Our Senseis are the lifeblood of our Code Ninjas center, responsible for engaging students, delivering curriculum, and fostering a love for coding and technology.

Are you experienced in working with children? Do you enjoy teaching and building problem-solving skills in young engineering minds? Have you mentored youth? Do you have a passion for coding, gaming, robotics, AI, and application development? If so, this could be the role for you!

Responsibilities include:

• Training – Go through the curriculum and master it to effectively teach students.
• Create a positive and safe environment in which students can grow and develop their coding skills.
• Teach coding languages including JavaScript, C#, Python, and additional technologies used in gaming, robotics, AI, and application development.
• Work with children to determine and improve their skill sets while keeping them engaged and motivated.
• Provide feedback to parents on student progress during tours, training sessions, and as needed.
• Assist with robotics, coding and AI development activities to enhance students' learning experiences.
• Lead Code Ninjas Camps and Training Sessions
• Support marketing, operations, or IT initiatives by completing an intern project that contributes to center growth and efficiency.
• Follow opening/closing procedures and maintain a clean dojo environment per corporate standards.
• Report weekly to the Center Assistant Manager on student progress and engagement.
• Report daily to the Center Manager regarding dojo activities and productivity.
• Represent Code Ninjas culture and brand positively to generate creativity and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children ages 5+ (mentoring, coaching, tutoring, etc.).
• Teaching, mentoring, or child care experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of or experience with coding and technology, including JavaScript, C#, Python, and robotics programming.
• Interest in gaming, AI, robotics, and application development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.
• Enthusiastic and fun personality; must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with changing requirements.
• Ability to complete and present an intern project related to marketing, operations, or IT within the duration of the internship.
• Prefer Bachelor Degree Seeking Students in the following domains: Marketing, Computer Science, Game Development, Analytics, and Teaching.
• Must have ability to commute/travel to locations and able to work at all locations in the Jacksonville/Saint Augustine Area.
• Applicants under 18 or in high school, must have earned their Code Ninjas Black Belt!

Schedules:

• Part-Time = 20 hours per week
• Full-Time = 30 – 45 hours per week

Available Shifts:

• Camps – AM Sessions = 8 AM – 1 PM
• Camps – PM Sessions = 12 PM – 5 PM
• Create – Evening Sessions = 3 PM – 8 PM
• Full Day = 8 AM – 5 PM
• Full Day = 12 PM – 8 PM

Our center is open Monday through Sunday, and hours may vary.

If you’re passionate about coding, working with kids, and fostering the next generation of tech leaders, apply today to become a Code Sensei at Code Ninjas!