What are the responsibilities and job description for the Code Sensei position at Code Ninjas - Studio City?
About Code Ninjas:
Code Ninjas is the leader in after-school coding and technology education. We teach kids (ages 5-14) to code through their love of video games and technology, while having fun & learning in a space that feels safe & encourages them to create! We believe in teaching kids how to learn through coding and STEM, so that they are empowered to learn and feel confident towards a world that is becoming increasingly driven by technology….Plus, we’re a fun and flexible place to work! Walking into our coding dojo is like walking into a tech hub for kids!
Code Ninjas Studio City is part of this movement. Our team is a diverse mix of educators, coders, artists, and administrators who all bring their unique experience to educate our kids and community.
What qualities are we looking for in a Code Sensei?
Our perfect candidate has passion, professionalism, and the traits needed to work with kids.
Passion
- Eagerness for learning & Teaching Coding and STEM lessons
- A love of working with kids ages (5-14)
- A love of video games & what makes them tick
Professionalism
- Punctual & reliable – don’t let the team down!
- Flexibility – you can adapt to new programs or new situations quickly
- Innovation – you’re willing to step up, grow, and help us grow
- Traits Needed to Work with Kids:
- Kind
- Patient
- Proactive
- Willing to ask for help
Ideal Candidates as a Code Sensei?
- Community College Students who love both coding & kids
- UC students who have a broad skill set, but still love to build games
- High School students who loved their coding club
- Gamers interested in gaining a new skill
- Art students who love the intersection of technology & art
- STEM or Education students who are great with kids
- Professional teachers, school aides and educators looking for supplemental income
Responsibilities
Our curriculum is self-paced, meaning that each student comes in and continues where they left off – no lectures. Your main job is to go through that curriculum then help guide students through it. You’re paid while you are learning our curriculum!
- Explain student progress to parents
- Welcome potential new students & help them build a game to show to their parents
- Grade student assignments
- Help develop curriculum for special events
- Maintain a clean & sanitized classroom
- Potentially work onsite at one of our partner schools or organizations in Studio City, Sherman Oaks and surrounding neighborhoods.
Preferred Availability & Job Type
- Part-Time
- Available at least 1-2 days out of the week
- Monday-Friday from 3-7pm or Saturday from 10am-3pm
- Up to 10 hours per week (or more based on your availability), afternoon and weekend shifts at our centers or onsite at our partner schools
- Job Type: Part-time
- Pay: $18.50-20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- After school
- Weekdays - Monday to Friday
- Weekends - Saturday only
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Studio City/Sherman Oaks, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location - 13611 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Salary : $19 - $20