Part-Time K-5 Coding Instructor

Newbridge Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging Coding Instructor to lead weekly coding and computational thinking classes for our Kindergarten to Grade 5 students during the 2026–2027 school year.

This is an excellent opportunity for an educator who enjoys making technology accessible, creative, and fun while helping students develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and confidence with digital tools.

• Thursdays: 1:15 p.m. – 2:35 p.m.
• Two classes each week:
  Kindergarten–Grade 2 and Grades 3–5
• Class sizes of approximately 10–15 students

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate coding lessons using hands-on, project-based activities.
• Introduce students to computational thinking, sequencing, problem-solving, and basic programming concepts through games, robotics, visual programming platforms (e.g., Scratch Jr., Scratch), and other interactive tools.
• Foster creativity, collaboration, and perseverance as students design and build their own digital projects.
• Adapt lessons to meet the developmental needs and experience levels of different age groups.
• Collaborate with school staff to support a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Conference with teachers and parents on student participation and progress as requested.

• Experience teaching coding, computer science, educational technology, or STEM programs to children is preferred.
• Experience with age-appropriate coding platforms and educational robotics is an asset.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, creative, and able to inspire curiosity and confidence in young learners.
• Current Criminal Record Check (or willingness to obtain one).

• $30–35 per hour , based on qualifications and experience.