Summer STEM Camp Instructor
Who are we?
Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding franchise. In our center, kids ages 7-14 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 Summer Camp 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 instructors 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.
We are looking for Summer Camp 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 instructors 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.
Job Requirements:
- Experience in two or more of the following platforms or languages: Scratch or block coding, Python, Minecraft MCreator, Minecraft Education Edition, Roblox Studio, LUA, Tinkercad (3D modeling), or video editing/recording.
- Consistent, in-person availability for May, June and July.
- High quality communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to quickly problem solve and demonstrate flexibility.
- Comfortable with technology set-up, concerning everything from troubleshooting computer issues to assisting students with account logins
- Comfortable working with children at a high-level of energy and enthusiasm.
- Comfortable leading or assisting in classroom management.
Qualifications:
- Working history with children ages 5 and up (mentoring, coaching, tutoring etc.)
- Experience working with the general public
- Experience in teaching, mentoring or child care
- Experience and knowledge of coding
- Works well with others; collaborates
- Knowledgeable about coding and technology; or 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