Coding Coach

Our mission is to empower students to use technology to build a better world. CodeSpeak Labs’ team of coaches provide coding and technology education to kids in grades PreK-12.

Jobs in computer programming are among the most influential, fastest-growing and highest-paying opportunities, but the majority of schools do not offer any computer science classes. We offer classroom-based instruction during and after school in New York City. 
www.codespeaklabs.com 

Responsibilities

CodeSpeak Labs coaches are enthusiastic, committed individuals who love helping kids learn and solve problems. CodeSpeak Labs takes a lab-based approach; the focus is on students doing rather than listening to lectures or reading textbooks. Coaches guide students through activities which progressively develop their coding skills. 

Through each stage of the program, students build working websites, apps, games, and more, and coaches send parents and school administrators regular progress updates via email with links to student work. 

This is a part-time position 2 - 15 hours / week. It’s a great opportunity for undergraduate students, grad students, and working professionals with flexible schedules during the week day (8am - 6pm). Once you’re accepted into the ranks of CodeSpeak Labs Coaches, we’ll match you up with classes and students based on your skills and availability. 

CodeSpeak Labs coaches start at $22/hour for in-person teaching. You will receive a 20$ bonus for each location you travel to. For any online trainings or meetings, you'll receive $20/hour. Regular pay increases will be based on performance.

Requirements

• Infectious Enthusiasm!: You believe all kids can learn to code.
• Experience working with youth, especially as results-oriented teacher or tutor.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly: You love feedback and constant improvement.
• Computer science skills: We will consider candidates with no prior CS experience who have strong teaching skills and are passionate about learning CS. Applicants with experience with HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and Python will have priority to work with our advanced students.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. 

We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we actively seek staff from underrepresented groups, including but not limited to: people of color, LGBTQ people, and people from low-income families.

How to Apply

Email jangis@codespeaklabs.com with Coach Application in the subject line. Attach your resume and include your answers to the following questions:

• Do you have any experience working with kids in Elementary or Middle School? Any experience counts!
• Are you authorized to work in the US?
• Are you willing to travel to these areas to teach? Please let us know which areas you prefer:
  • Staten Island
  • Manhattan (including Upper Harlem, Washington Heights, Upper East Side) 
  • The Bronx (including South Bronx)
• What is your teaching availability? Please list out times, in bullet points, (Example: - Tuesday 8am-6pm) for each day of the week. You can also send a copy of your university schedule.
• Are you able to commit to working with us for a minimum of 6 months? We ideally want candidates to commit to a full school year [the rest of the school year].

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.