Computer Science Instructor

FLEX College Prep; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative educational organization is looking for dynamic instructors to engage elementary and middle school students through an exciting online platform. This role involves creating original curriculum and teaching essential coding skills such as Python and Scratch. With a flexible schedule and opportunities for growth, this position offers a unique chance to inspire young minds while working in a collaborative environment. Join a team that values creativity and supports your professional development, making a meaningful impact on students' learning journeys.

Benefits

Best-in-class 401(k) plan

5 Days of Paid Sick Leave

Free financial resources

Team outings and celebrations

Friends and Family discounts

Opportunities for rapid growth and promotion

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience teaching young students (elementary/middle school age).
• Experience teaching through a remote platform is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with coursework in FLEX Online Prep Kids Coding Programs.
• Develop and customize lesson plans and curriculum for targeted support.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

HTML

Scratch

Skylark

Vidcode

Curriculum Building

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

FLEX College Prep is seeking dynamic individuals to teach elementary and middle school students on our new platform, FLEX Online Prep for Kids. Subjects include Scratch, Python, Skylark, and Vidcode. Instructors will create original curriculum, teach live and recorded sessions, and contribute to the development of our new program!

What you’ll do:

• Computer Science Instructors assist students individually and in small groups with coursework in our FLEX Online Prep Kids Coding Programs. They develop and customize lesson plans and curriculum to provide students with targeted, individualized academic support. And they maintain comprehensive reports of sessions to track progress and adapt to students’ needs. Most importantly, they help students achieve their academic goals while making the experience as positive as possible.

Where you’ll do it:

• Irvine, CA & Hybrid

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or similar, required (U.S. Top 50 college or university strongly preferred)
• Strong communication skills to establish rapport with students and co-workers
• Knowledge in Python, JavaScript, and/or HTML
• Knowledge in Scratch, Skylark, and/or VidCode
• Knowledge in curriculum-building
• 1+ year or equivalent experience teaching/working with young students (elementary/middle school age)
• Experience teaching computer science or data science course (formally or informally)
• Experience teaching students through a remote platform

What we’re excited to give you:

• Flexibility in scheduling (Weekly hours range from 2 hours per week to 10+ hours per week; part-time equates to no more than 29 hours per week)
• $25 - $45+ per hour, commensurate with experience
• Best-in-class 401(k) planwith up to 3% employer contribution matching.
• 5 Days of Paid Sick leave
• Free financial resourcesthrough Southern California Credit Union, including advisors, webinars, and classes.
• Team outings and celebrationsto foster camaraderie and collaboration.
• Friends and Family discountson academic services.
• Opportunities for rapid growth and promotion