Computer Coding Instructor (Code Sensei)

Code Ninjas Basingstoke
Sherborne St. John, United Kingdom
12 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Franchise
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Compensation
£ 25K

Job location

Sherborne St. John, United Kingdom

Tech stack

JavaScript
C Sharp (Programming Language)
Computer Programming
Python
Minecraft
Information Technology
Roblox
Programming Languages

Job description

  • Training to be a Sensei - Training is offered for free to Code Sensei. You will be self-training on various Code Ninja programs and achieve respective credits ('belts' as we call them) and be up to date with the full curriculum (game based & computer programming).
  • Instructing as a Sensei - responsible to instruct, teach & guide young 'ninjas' (students) through the curriculum and help them achieve their belts, milestones and succeed
  • Creating a fun, positive and safe environment in which our ninja students can grow.
  • Working with our ninja students to help, support and enhance their soft skills such as confidence & communication.
  • Build and run holiday camps from a selection of popular camps in Code Ninja Library * Participation in Parent and Child tours and taster sessions for prospective families.
  • Providing brief feedback to parents after each session on their child's development in that session.
  • Following all opening and closing duties daily.
  • Ensuring all health & safety measures are maintained in the Centre at all times.
  • Reporting daily to the Centre Manager with respect to the day's activities and productivity in the dojo.
  • Ability to deliver Virtual Lessons when the need arises.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Teaching?, Do you have a GCSE?, We are looking for Coding Instructors (a 'Code Sensei' as we call them) to join our team of dynamic, energetic, forward thinking minds, working toward our common goal of providing a fun and safe learning environment for children. Our sensei's are the lifeblood of our Code Ninjas studio and play an integral role in coaching and engaging our young ninjas in our dojos. Yes, you read that right. Here at Code Ninjas we don't have teachers but 'sensei's'; our students are 'ninjas' and our parent-free learning area is the 'dojo'.

You will be responsible to instruct & couch 'ninja's' (Students) as they embark the journey of learning coding, logic and problem-solving skills in a progressive yet fun.

Are you a GCSE, A-Level or Uni student having an interest in computing/coding/programming languages? Code Sensei could be the role for you.

Do you enjoy teaching and building problem solving skills in young engineering minds? Have you mentored youth? Are you experienced in teaching children? This could be the role for you.

In return Code Ninjas Basingstoke will give you a fun and inspiring environment that will enable you to develop and succeed by providing relevant trainings. It will give you a platform to build your carrier by providing Code Ninja led trainings in computer coding & programming languages whilst you help shape the minds of our future brains., * Must have a passion for coding and technology

  • Must be knowledgeable about coding and technology; or able to quickly pick up basic concepts, knowledge of at least one of the programming languages would be good to have - JavaScript, Python, C#, Scratch; and of platforms such as Roblox, Minecraft, etc
  • A background in ICT/computer science or similar would be good to have * Interest in teaching and mentoring.*
  • A working history with children ages 5 and up (mentoring, coaching, tutoring etc.) would be good to have
  • Qualification in SEN would be nice to have
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Works well with others; collaborates and must be fun to work with and likes working in fast-paced environments where requirements can change frequently

About the company

Code Ninjas is the nation's fastest-growing kids coding franchise. In our centre, kids learn to code in a fun, non-intimidating way - by playing and building video games they love. Kids have 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, and parents see results.

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