What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Instructor position at Code Ninjas of Smyrna Vinings GA?
Who are we?
Kids learn to code using a game-based curriculum at our centers in a fun, safe, and inspiring learning environment. Our curriculum focuses on teaching kids to code, but the goal is to teach them how to think and solve problems. We do this by engaging with the children at their level, on a topic that they enjoy and can stay engaged with over a four-year period: video game development. As part of our suite of programs, we offer week-long half-day SUMMER CAMPS that run in the mornings and afternoons at all our centers.
Code Ninjas is passionate about Kids, Technology, and Education. We have three centers in the Atlanta Metro area
- Extroverts and introverts
- Entertainers / deep thinkers
- Fun, engaging, quirky
- Loves Minecraft, Roblox, Gaming, Coding, Robots, Lego, Kids
- Flexible schedules
- Summer Break (Late May-Early August)
- Anytime there are elementary school breaks
- Communicate with parents and campers before, during, and after the camps.
- Ability to think on the fly and be perceptive to center dynamics, instructor needs, parent requests, and kid's needs
- Coach and mentor kids in coding and STEM curriculum, including Minecraft, Roblox, block-based languages, robotics, 3D modeling, 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 the day’s activities, efficiency & productivity in the classroom.
- Leadership skills: demonstrated ability to supervise, organize, or lead within workgroups, clubs, teams, etc. Looking for individuals who seek ways to contribute rather than waiting to be told.
- Coding and technology skills: knowledgeable about, or willing to learn, introductory concepts in coding. Skills in Minecraft, Roblox, robotics, or 3D printing are 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
Locations:
- Smyrna Vinings
- Atlanta
- Douglasville
- Snellville
- East Cobb
- Cumming
- College students looking to build their resume and earn while doing so
- Elementary School teachers looking for summertime income and fun
- High school seniors with experience working kids camps
ABOUT US
Code Ninjas® is the world’s largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise, with hundreds of locations in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2016, our company is headquartered in Houston, TX. At our centers, kids learn to code while building their own video games. Kids have fun, parents see results®.
Code Ninjas is creating the problem solvers of tomorrow. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential. Educating our youth in coding provides them with the problem-solving skills and self-esteem to pursue their dreams.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Code Ninjas Corporate.
Salary : $12 - $15
