JR Program​/STEM Lead Instructor; Ages 5-8

Position: JR Program/STEM Lead Instructor (Ages 5-8)

• Opportunity for advancement

About Us
Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding franchise, where children ages 5–14 learn to code by building the video games they love. Our game-based curriculum keeps kids excited and engaged, while parents see real progress as their children build confidence and gain skills in coding, logic, math, and problem-solving. Our motto: Kids have fun, parents see results.

At our Arlington Heights center, we’re building a team of energetic, forward-thinking individuals who share a passion for delivering a fun, educational, and safe environment for every child who walks through our doors.

About the Role
We’re hiring a hybrid team member to serve in a dual role as both Lead Instructor (Code Sensei) for our Junior Program (ages 5–8) and Front Desk/Admin Assistant. This unique opportunity is perfect for someone who enjoys both engaging with families and supporting center operations behind the scenes, while also leading hands-on coding and STEM activities for our youngest learners.

We’re looking for a self-starter who is punctual, organized, engaging, and great with kids and parents alike.

• Lead weekly classes for 5–8-year-olds (Monday from 5:45pm-6:30pm, Friday from 5:45pm-6:30pm)
• Teach foundational coding concepts using on-screen and off-screen activities
• Keep young learners engaged, energized, and progressing in a structured curriculum
• Communicate regularly with parents about their child’s progress
• Adapt and personalize curriculum to meet kids' needs and interests
• Collaborate with the team to support other instructors and future program growth

Front Desk/Admin Assistant:

• Greet and check in students and families
• Answer and manage phone calls and email inquiries
• Coordinate class schedules, appointments, and calendars
• Assist with spreadsheets, presentations, and marketing materials
• Maintain organized records and filing systems
• Conduct basic internet research and place orders for supplies
• Enter data and support email/postal mail campaigns
• Keep the center tidy, professional, and parent-friendly

Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Friendly, upbeat, and professional communication style
• Passionate about working with children and families
• Some experience with or interest in coding and STEM (training provided)
• Comfortable with technology and basic troubleshooting (e.g., Google Docs, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Energetic, reliable, and enthusiastic about creating a positive environment
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take ownership of responsibilities
• Must pass a background check

Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity to build valuable experience in education, administration, technology, and customer service while helping kids build real skills and confidence. If you’re passionate about working with children, tech-savvy, and ready to contribute to a positive team culture, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help us build the future—one ninja at a time!

Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

ABOUT US

Code Ninjas is the world’s largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise, with hundreds of locations in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2016, our company is headquartered in Houston, TX. At our centers, kids learn to code while building their own video games. Kids have fun, parents see results.

Code Ninjas is creating the problem solvers of tomorrow. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential. Educating our youth in coding provides them with the problem-solving skills and self-esteem to pursue their dreams.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Code Ninjas Corporate.

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I love teaching at Code Ninjas. It is very fulfilling to see kids' faces light up when they get their code running correctly. Kids really have fun here.

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