What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Elementary Coding Instructor position at Kids Can Code LLC?
What is Kids Can Code looking for?
Kids Can Code is looking for an instructor to join in leading the greatest Kid Coders in a journey of exploration and problem-solving with technology. This Kids Can Code instructor will lead engaging coding, robotics, and game-design classes, while enthusiastically coaching and encouraging young thinkers.
This position is a part-time venture, mainly in St. Johns County. Classes are held daily anywhere in the window of 1:30- 4:30. Instructors are scheduled approximately 10 hours per week. There is opportunity for growth and additional hours.
Responsibilities include:
- Training – learn the coding and robotics tools that we use through your own experimentation
- Lead after school programs focused on coding, robotics, and game design
- Assist in in-school field trip planning and execution
- Teach online and in-person classes as needed
- Instruct Kid Coders with provided curriculum
- As familiarity is gained, extend learning outcomes and develop extension or remediation activities
- Encourage and nurture positive interactions where students can direct their own learning
- Differentiate topics and challenges based on student need and ability
- Provide feedback to parents as needed
- Promote classes and events through social media advertisement, emails, school partnerships
- Communicate with Kids Can Code owner regarding operations
Qualifications:
- Elementary Education background
- Working history with children ages 6 and up (mentoring, coaching, tutoring etc.)
- Experience in teaching, mentoring or child care
- Works well with others; collaborates
- Knowledgeable about coding and technology; or able to quickly pick up basic concepts
- Must be fun to work with and like working in fast-paced environments where requirements can change frequently
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- After school
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have technology (laptop or tablet) that you can use for teaching lessons and accessing curriculum?
- Are you available to work at schools in northern St. Johns County, FL weekdays from appx. 2:30pm - 4:30pm (1:30pm - 3:30pm on Wednesdays)? (You can map out your commute to "Liberty Pines Academy" for general location reference)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Teaching or Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Teaching Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30