Kids Who Code

We have an awesome opportunity for 1-2 work study students to teach After school robotics for Middle grades students. Topics will include robotics, and coding through hands-on activities. Students will receive training from computer experts. Students will be conducting training session in person in Dyer, Lauderdale or Tipton counties.  Some responsibilities of an after-school robotics instructor include:  

Scaffolding: Guiding students on how to build and experiment with projects  

Leading activities: Leading engineering, robotics, and computer programming activities  

Maintaining discipline: Maintaining discipline in the classroom  

Managing materials: Managing materials for the activities  

Supervising: Supervising and engaging with children  

Setting up: Arriving before class to help set up and organize activities  

Maintaining a safe classroom: Working with staff to maintain a clean and safe classroom  

Some qualifications for an after-school robotics instructor include:  

Interest in robotics and coding 

Interest in STEM subjects  

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills  

Interest in working with students in an after-school program 

Strong technology skills  

Preferred qualifications: 

Experience in an after-school program 

Experience in robotics and coding  

Experience in STEM subjects  

Experience with software and hardware such as Sphero Bolts.  

Using platforms like Unity or Scratch to create games. 

Basics of Programming: Starting with fundamental programming concepts using visual and user-friendly languages like Scratch or block-based coding.