Early Education STEM​/Coding mentor and tutor

Early Education STEM/Coding Mentor and Tutor

We are seeking passionate, high‑energy, and dynamic individuals to join our team as a coding tutor (Code Sensei). As a Code Sensei, you will have the opportunity to inspire and engage students on a variety of STEM and coding topics. This position would work primarily with our JR program, ages 5–7. However, based on coding experience, this position could offer the opportunity to work with our older ninjas as well, aged 8+.

Code Ninjas is the world’s largest and fastest‑growing kids’ coding franchise, with hundreds of locations. In our dojos, kids, ages 5–14, don’t just learn coding – they gain creativity, problem‑solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe, and inspiring environment. Learning to code can equip children with valuable skills such as problem‑solving, logical thinking, and creativity, which we believe are essential for success now and later in life.

Our programs are developed with creation in mind because it allows our students to express their imagination, experiment with new ideas, and have a sense of ownership and control over their creations—not to mention, creativity is the ultimate medium for self‑expression, exploration, and discovery, which are essential to our students' cognitive, social and emotional development.

• 401(k) & 401(k) matching
• Free uniforms
• Training & development

• Guide and scaffold students, giving hints, asking leading questions, helping them debug, and preventing overwhelm.
• Facilitate hands‑on learning, including robotics kits, circuits, physical materials, or crafting elements, while ensuring safety.
• Manage engagement and maintain high energy to keep young kids motivated, switching tasks, injecting game breaks, and maintaining focus.
• Differentiation: adapt pacing to match individual learning speeds.
• Encourage reflection by guiding students to discuss what they built, how it works, what went wrong, and how to fix it—building metacognition.
• Classroom management and safety: oversee small groups, keep kids focused, ensure safe use of electronics, and manage transitions between stations.
• Track progress and communicate: record each child’s progress and analyze it to communicate strengths and challenges to parents.

• Previous experience working with children or teaching in a camp, classroom, or informal educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of STEM concepts and principles, with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Knowledgeable about coding and technology; or able to quickly pick up basic concepts.
• Must be fun to work with and enjoy working in fast‑paced environments where requirements can change frequently.
• Ability to maintain order and discipline within a group setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate campers of varying ages, learning styles, personalities, and backgrounds.
• CPR and First Aid knowledge or certification (preferred but not required).
• Must pass a background check.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in working in STEM education, along with the contact information for two professional or educational references. Applications can be submitted to

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Types: Part‑time, Temporary

Location:

Pensacola, FL – In person. Ability to commute to Pensacola, FL.

Seniority level:
Entry level

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