Job Description
CodeCombat is searching for a 100% remote Online Coding Instructor to teach CodeCombat Online Classes to K-12 learners. Our team of instructors conduct private, one-on-one classes for individual students in a remote setting. Lesson plans and level solutions are provided.
Within CodeCombat’s Online Classes, students log in from across the globe to learn computer science with our provided curriculum of engaging educational games. Some of our games include CodeCombat, Ozaria, CodeCombat AI League esports, and CodeCombat Worlds on Roblox.
This is a part-time, remote contractor role overseen by CodeCombat’s Chief Operating Officer.
What You'll Do - Instruct students aged 8-16 in Python, JavaScript, and Lua
- Send personalized updates, feedback, and awards celebrating educational milestones with guardians at key points in the student's learning journey
- Actively communicate with guardians via email and Zoom
- Monitor Google Calendar, email, and Slack for new class requests
- Collaborate with Online Classes teams to identify pain points and coordinate class scheduling
- Maintain student attendance sheet and admin protocols
- Participate in quarterly CodeCombat instructor meetings and new product training meetings with CodeCombat’s Online Classes team
- Promote an appreciation and passion for Computer Science amongst our students
- Leverage CodeCombat’s Hackstack product to infuse ai-assisted coding into lessons
Who You Are - Fluency in both English and Spanish. Comfortable leading classes in either language
- Availability that encompasses two or more weekdays during the time period of 2-8pm EDT (Eastern Daylight Time)
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field AND/OR currently enrolled in an accredited education program in Computer Science or a related field
- Strong knowledge of Python, JavaScript, and Lua; comfortable teaching these languages to K-12 students
- Ability to conduct classes in a professional remote environment with minimal distractions
- Camera-confident; ability to foster an engaging, fun and meaningful connection with learners in a remote setting
- Ability to thrive in a nimble start-up. Execute resourcefulness when needed; embrace change and showcase adaptability in a dynamic environment
- Clear and responsive communication in Slack and email
- Detail-oriented with administrative tasks
- Identifies with CodeCombat’s vision to evolve education through game-based learning
- Comfortable interacting with minors aged 8-16 years old
- Bonus Points (nice to have but not required)
- Additional CS languages including (but not limited to) HTML and CSS
- Fluency in languages other than English and Spanish
- Prior teaching or coaching experience
- Experience interacting with minors aged 8-16 years old
Who We Are CodeCombat is seeking to reinvent the way that computer science and AI is taught, both at home and in the classroom. We’re focused on gamifying the classroom and home learning environments to create a more effective and engaging space for children to learn. In other words–we teach math, computer science, and artificial intelligence with video games! Our games are sold to schools and parents around the world.
We are a small, tight-knit team dedicated to providing an enjoyable, meaningful place to work. All of our team members work remotely from all around the world.
Our Values Our work is purposeful.
We bring our personal best every day, because our game-based learning can be life-changing for young people.
Strength comes from interdependence. We recognize that each of us is central to the mission of CodeCombat. We know our differences create strength and resilience. We engage one another with respect for who we are, not only what we do. We create community with intention, because we need each other–and because it's fun.
Kind, not just "nice". We don't let fear of not being "nice" get in the way of the direct communication that underpins healthy relationships. We build strong connections through honest dialogue, even when the conversations are difficult.
Structure can be liberating. Transparent processes let us focus on making the right decisions–and they create channels for diverse voices to speak. Eliminate information silos and shadow structures; create known communication channels and clear responsibilities.
We can operate at any speed. We're thoughtful about how fast we go. We pay attention when the lights change. Sometimes we walk.
Learning and growth go hand-in-hand. Every experience is an opportunity to learn, and our team is growing every day. When we think we know it all, it means we have more to learn.
CodeCombat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Compensation: $18-$20/hr
Job Tags
Contract work, Part time, For contractors, Remote work, Weekday work,