Coding​/Video Game Design Mentor​/Tutor Kids

Overview

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About 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.

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.

• 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.

Required / Minimum:

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

• 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.

• 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.).