Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

About Code Ninjas

Code Ninjas is a learning center where kids ages ~5-14 learn to code in a fun, non-intimidating way — by building games, working hands-on with STEM, robotics, and digital tools. We believe in hands-on, incremental learning, helping students build confidence, logic, computational thinking, and creativity while having fun.

Role Summary

The Code Sensei is the primary instructor/coaching guide for students in our dojo. You’ll help kids move through our coding & STEM curriculum (belt system), facilitate their learning, overcome obstacles, and support their growth. You’ll also help maintain a safe, clean, and fun learning environment, and interact with parents about student progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn, understand, and follow Code Ninjas’ curriculum & belt system.

• Guide students (often called “ninjas”) through their game-building, coding, robotics or STEM projects. Help them when they get stuck, encourage debugging, and promote problem-solving skills.

• Create a positive, safe, fun, and inclusive environment for all students.

• Monitor student progress; update progress trackers / belt levels. Provide feedback to students and communicate with parents as appropriate.

• Help with class preparation and cleanup (setting up materials, computers, robotics kits, etc.), maintain equipment and keep the learning space (“dojo”) clean and organized.

• Perform opening and/or closing duties as required.

• Attend training to become proficient with the curriculum standards and helpful tools/technologies.

• Assist with special programs, camps, birthday parties, or events (if offered by your center).

• Report to Center Director / Lead Instructor regarding daily activities, student engagement, center productivity, and other required metrics.

Qualifications

Required / Minimum:

• Experience working with children (typically ages ~5 and up) in some mentoring, tutoring, coaching, childcare, camp, or teaching setting.

• Good communication skills (with children and with parents). Able to explain things simply, patient and encouraging.

• Basic comfort/interest/aptitude with technology, coding, or STEM concepts. Even if you’re not an expert, a willingness to learn is important.

• Ability to adapt to different learning styles & paces. Be flexible and supportive.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to scheduled times (classes, events).

Preferred / Nice to Have:

• Experience in coding languages such as JavaScript, C#, or block-based coding languages.

• Experience with robotics, Minecraft, Roblox, Unity, 3D Printing or other STEM tools.

• Experience with younger children (ages 5-7) especially for JR programs. Skills in early childhood education techniques are a plus.

Working Conditions

• Part-time schedule, often during afternoons, evenings, weekends. Some hours will vary.

• Standing, moving around helping students, supervising hands-on activities.

• Occasional lifting / setup of equipment.

• Must adhere to safety, cleanliness, and center policies and standards.

Compensation & Benefits 

• Hourly wage: $15- 18/hour.

• Flexible schedule.

• Training provided.

• Opportunity to work in special programs (camps, events).

• Possible growth paths (senior instructor, lead, assistant director, etc.).

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