Coding Instructor for Kids

Job Title: Coding Instructor for Kids

Location: Hagerstown, MD

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $50–$60 per hour, depending on experience

About Us: Prestige Academic Prep is a dynamic and innovative educational company

dedicated to inspiring young minds through technology and creativity. We offer engaging

programs where children can learn coding, digital literacy, and problem-solving skills

through fun and interactive methods. We're seeking a passionate and skilled Coding

Instructor to join our team and help empower the next generation of creators!

Position Overview: As a Coding Instructor for Kids, you will teach children (ages 6-14)

how to create their own interactive stories, games, and projects using coding concepts.

Your role will involve designing and delivering exciting, hands-on coding lessons in a fun,

supportive, and encouraging environment. You will be teaching students in small groups of

up to 6, ensuring personalized attention while maintaining a collaborative and engaging

atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Coding: Lead engaging and age-appropriate coding classes for small groups

(up to 6 students), guiding them through building their own projects using coding

languages like Scratch, Python, or JavaScript.

• Create Lesson Plans: Design creative, fun, and educational lesson plans that

teach coding concepts such as loops, conditional statements, variables, and logic.

• Foster Creativity: Encourage students to think critically and creatively while they

build their projects, ensuring they are excited to explore new ideas and coding

concepts.

• Provide One-on-One Support: Offer individual assistance to students within the

small group setting, helping them troubleshoot coding problems and guiding them

through challenges.

• Maintain a Positive Learning Environment: Create an environment that is both fun

and educational, promoting collaboration and teamwork among students.

• Monitor Progress: Track and assess student progress and provide feedback on

their projects, offering suggestions for improvement and further learning.

• Promote Digital Literacy: Teach basic computational thinking, problem-solving

skills, and the fundamentals of computer science in an accessible way.

Qualifications:

• Experience with Coding: Proficient in one or more coding languages (e.g., Scratch, Python, JavaScript, etc.).
• Teaching Experience (Preferred): Previous experience teaching or working with

children, particularly in coding or STEM subjects.

• Patience & Communication Skills: Ability to explain complex concepts in a

simple, fun, and engaging manner that children can easily understand.

• Passion for Education: Enthusiasm for technology, education, and inspiring young

learners.

• Adaptability: Comfort with adapting lessons to different age groups, skill levels,

and learning styles.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with the basics of computer science and digital tools.
• Reliable & Organized: Strong time-management skills and the ability to handle

small groups of students and multiple projects at once.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with other coding platforms for kids (e.g., Tynker, Code.org, Blockly).
• Knowledge of online learning platforms and remote teaching tools (if applicable).
• A background in education, computer science, or a related field.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of $50–$60, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s learning and development.
• Flexible working hours.
• Access to a supportive, creative team and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply: To apply, please submit your resume, a brief cover letter (optional)

explaining your interest in teaching coding, and any relevant experience you may have to

jasminecampbell@prestigeacademicprep.com. If you have examples of past work or

projects you've developed, feel free to include them!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Schedule:

• After school

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50 - $60