In-Person Coding & STEM Instructor for Kids

University of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking two Local Work Study Student Jobs for Code Ninjas Madison to teach coding and STEM activities to children aged 5 and up. You will lead camps, manage classrooms, and guide students through projects using provided curricula.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with kids, have strong communication skills, and are enthusiastic about technology. Roles are not remote, with flexible hours between 6 and 20 per week during the summer sessions.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children ages 5 and up
• Strong classroom management and presentation skills
• Experience in teaching, mentoring, coaching, tutoring, or child care is preferred
• Enthusiasm for technology and STEM is important
• Coding background is helpful but not required
• Ability to adapt to technology glitches as they arise

Responsibilities

• Teach using the provided curriculum
• Manage classroom environment and student engagement
• Guide students through debugging code and provide parent feedback
• Grade student work and track progress
• Conduct 1-on-1 intro sessions with students and report to parents
• Report daily activities to Center Manager
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Critical thinking

Digital technology

Teamwork

Professionalism/Work Ethic

Education and Training

Child development

Enthusiasm for STEM

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking two Local Work Study Student Jobs for Code Ninjas Madison to teach coding and STEM activities to children aged 5 and up. You will lead camps, manage classrooms, and guide students through projects using provided curricula.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with kids, have strong communication skills, and are enthusiastic about technology. Roles are not remote, with flexible hours between 6 and 20 per week during the summer sessions.