Job Description

Job Description

Part Time | Weekdays ~3pm-7pm | Saturdays 10am-2pm | Occasional Saturday evenings | Camps

**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.’

**What are we looking for?
** We are looking for Coding Instructors at our Castle Rock and Parker locations 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 (Senseis) are the lifeblood of our Code Ninjas center. This individual helps oversee 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.

Responsibilities include:

· Coach and mentor kids in coding and STEM curriculum, including JavaScript, C#, Unity, block-based languages, Minecraft, and more.

· Complete training courses for our proprietary curriculum.

· Create a positive and safe environment in which students can grow.

· Provide feedback to parents on student progress.

· Perform extra duties as needed, including organizing, cleaning, and maintaining center equipment and facilities.

· Clean classroom and bathrooms throughout the day to ensure cleanliness.

• · Report as needed to Center Director or lead instructor with respect to day’s activities, efficiency & productivity in classroom.

Qualifications:

· Leadership skills : demonstrated ability to supervise, organize, or lead within work groups, clubs, teams, etc. Looking for individuals who seek ways to contribute rather than waiting to be told.

· Coding and technology skills : knowledgeable about, or willingness to learn, introductory concepts in JavaScript, C#, and Unity. Skills in Minecraft, Roblox, robotics, or 3D printing a plus!

· Education/childcare experience: demonstrated experience with children ages 7-14 in babysitting, childcare, mentoring, coaching, tutoring, etc. Looking for individuals that can work patiently with children of differing learning styles and abilities, including neurodivergent learners.

· Works well with others; enjoys collaboration and teamwork.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Must be fun to work with and enjoy fast-paced environments where requirements can change frequently.

Learn more about Code Ninjas at ****codeninjas.com