Scratch & Intro to Coding Instructor Opportunities

About the role

Concorde Education is seeking enthusiastic Scratch Coding Instructors who are interested in providing instructional services for after-school enrichment programs at partner schools.

These programs introduce students to computer science and computational thinking through Scratch, MIT's visual programming platform. Students learn coding fundamentals by designing games, animations, interactive stories, and creative digital projects in a fun, project-based learning environment.

Assignment scope

Assignment details vary by school and may differ in grade level, schedule, duration, student enrollment, and instructional objectives.

• Introduction to the Scratch programming environment
• Sprites, stages, costumes, and project design
• Sequencing and event-driven programming
• Loops, conditionals, and variables
• Game design and interactive storytelling
• Animation and creative coding projects
• Debugging and computational problem-solving
• Collaboration, creativity, and computational thinking
• Digital citizenship and responsible technology use

Responsibilities

Depending on the assignment, responsibilities may include:

• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate Scratch coding instruction.
• Prepare for each instructional session using approved curriculum, provided lesson plans, or instructor-developed activities when appropriate.
• Guide students through the creation of games, animations, interactive stories, and other coding projects.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate varying experience levels and learning styles.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• Communicate professionally with designated school personnel and Concorde Education representatives regarding attendance, scheduling, and program needs.
• Follow all applicable school policies, site procedures, safety expectations, and emergency protocols.
• Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled instructional sessions.

Qualifications

• At least 60 completed college credits (or equivalent relevant instructional or technology experience where appropriate for the assignment)
• Experience using Scratch or other introductory programming platforms
• Experience teaching, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or leading educational activities for children or adolescents
• Strong communication, leadership, and classroom management skills
• Reliable, professional, and organized work habits
• Comfort using Chromebooks, laptops, and web-based educational technology

Preferred backgrounds include:

• Certified teachers and substitute teachers
• Computer science or education students
• Software developers and technology professionals
• STEM educators
• Robotics or coding instructors
• After-school enrichment instructors
• Game designers, developers, and technology enthusiasts with youth instructional experience

Compensation

Compensation is determined individually for each assignment and may vary based on factors including assignment complexity, instructor qualifications, relevant experience, geographic location, scheduling considerations, specialized expertise, and school partner requirements.

Compensation details are communicated prior to assignment acceptance.

Materials and resources

Curriculum, lesson objectives, instructional materials, and project expectations vary by assignment. Some programs provide established lesson plans and project guides, while others allow instructors flexibility to incorporate age-appropriate coding activities and creative projects that align with assignment objectives and school expectations.

Equal opportunity

Concorde Education is committed to providing equal opportunity in the selection of independent contractors and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Where applicable, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with governing law, including applicable Fair Chance and Ban-the-Box requirements.