What are the responsibilities and job description for the After-School Coding Instructor for Kids position at Code Ninjas Northborough?
Who are we?
Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding franchise. In our center, kids ages 5-14 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 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:
- Becoming proficient in our proprietary coding curriculum
- Teach coding to kids ages 5-17
- Perform assessments of student’s understandings
- Keep detailed notes on students progress
- Create a positive and safe environment in which students can grow
- Provide feedback to parents after working with a student
- Report daily to Center Manager with respect to day’s activities and productivity in dojo
Qualifications:
- Working history with children ages 9 and up (mentoring, coaching, tutoring etc.)
- Experience working with the general public
- Experience in teaching, mentoring or child care
- Works well with others; collaborates
- Knowledgeable about coding and technology; 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
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 – 14.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Coding: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Northborough, MA 01532 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18