Coding Instructor/Code Sensei

Code Ninjas; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Code Ninjas in Houston is seeking a Coding Instructor/Code Sensei to lead engaging sessions for children aged 7–14, following a structured curriculum. You will coach and mentor students, create a safe learning environment, and collaborate with staff to tailor activities that build confidence and problem-solving skills.

Ideal candidates enjoy teaching, have experience with youth, and are adaptable to a fast-paced center.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children ages 7 and up (mentoring, coaching, tutoring).
• Must be willing to obtain Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Experience working with the general public.
• Experience in teaching, mentoring or child care.
• Works well with others and is collaborative.
• Knowledgeable about coding and technology or able to quickly pick up basics.
• Fun to work with in fast-paced environments where requirements change.

Responsibilities

• Training – go through the curriculum and learn it.
• Create a positive and safe environment in which students can grow.
• Work with children to determine skill sets.
• Provide feedback to parents after working with a student on a tour.
• Follow opening/closing duties daily.
• Clean dojo throughout the day to maintain cleanliness per standards.
• Report weekly to Regional Director on progress.
• Report daily to Regional Director with respect to day’s activities.

Skills

Mentoring

Coaching

Tutoring

Teaching

Communication

Education

Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks

Who are we?

Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding franchise. In our center, kids ages 7-14 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 it’s written on the walls in our center.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a Coding Instructor/Code Sensei to join our team of dynamic, energetic, forward-thinking minds, working toward our common goal: providing a fun and safe learning environment for children. Our Senseis are the lifeblood of our Code Ninjas center. This individual oversees the day-to-day coaching and student engagement. Are you experienced in working with children? Do you enjoy teaching and building problem-solving skills in young engineering minds? Have you mentored youth? This could be the role for you.

Responsibilities include:

• Training – go through the curriculum and learn it
• Create a positive and safe environment in which students can grow
• Work with children to determine skill sets
• Provide feedback to parents after working with a student who is on a tour
• Follow opening/closing duties daily
• Clean dojo throughout the day to ensure cleanliness is kept up to corporate standards
• Report weekly to Regional Director on progress
• Report daily to Regional Director with respect to day’s activities and productivity in dojo

Qualifications:

• Working history with children ages 7 and up (mentoring, coaching, tutoring etc.)
• Must have or be willing to get an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Experience working with the general public
• Experience in teaching, mentoring or child care
• Works well with others; collaborates
• Knowledgeable about coding and technology; or able to quickly pick up basic concepts
• Must be fun to work with and like working in fast-paced environments where requirements can change frequently