About the role#
Code Ninjas is hiring a Part-Time Coding Instructor to lead student engagement and coaching at our Dayton center. You will work with kids ages 5 to 17 as they learn to build video games, robotics, and AI projects. This role involves maintaining a safe and positive environment while guiding students through our curriculum.
What you'll do#
- Learn and master the coding curriculum to effectively teach students.
- Mentor children to help them build critical-thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
- Manage daily opening and closing duties for the dojo.
- Clean the facility throughout the day to meet corporate standards.
- Provide daily reports to the Center Manager regarding student progress and dojo activities.
What you'll need#
- Prior coding experience in at least one programming language.
- Experience working with children through tutoring, coaching, mentoring, or child care.
- Knowledge of technology and coding concepts.
- Ability to collaborate well with other team members.
- A patient, dependable, and energetic personality.
- Familiarity with Scratch, MakeCode, JavaScript, C#, or Unity is preferred.
- Current students in Computer Science or Computer Engineering are encouraged to apply.
Location & details#
- Location: Dayton, Ohio.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Flexible shifts of 4 to 6 hours per week, with potential for 20-hour camp shifts during school breaks.
- Compensation: 11.00 to 13.00 USD per hour.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
About Code Ninjas
Code Ninjas operates as a franchise focused on teaching children how to code. The company provides instructional programs for students of various skill levels at centers located around the world. It is a privately held organization based in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. The company maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees.
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