Python Developer Parttime Jobs in Pasadena, CA (NOW HIRING)

Description

Who We Are

Our mission is to enable Black girls, youth, and women with the tools, confidence, and opportunities to thrive in the tech world. Black Girls Code (BGC) is building a future where learners are not just participants in tech-they are leaders, innovators, and decision-makers shaping it. Our mission is to equip students with the skills, confidence, and community they need to thrive in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) fields and ensure they know they belong.

BGC delivers industry-relevant education throughout adolescence and creates pathways to college, careers, and entrepreneurship. We're not just preparing young people for the workforce-we're preparing them to lead it.

INSPIRE | INVEST | INNOVATE | INFUSE JOY 

Why this role matters

The  Instructor will lead the implementation of Black Girls Code curriculum, teaching 25 young women ages 10-13 or 14-18 coding. Students will learn to code throughout the year by creating art, music, websites, games, apps, and more. The Instructor will collaborate with Instructional Assistants. The Instructor will eagerly create a strong culture, effectively facilitate lessons, build relationships with students and work in collaboration with BGC HQ staff. The successful candidate will have direct experience teaching or coaching students between the ages of 10 and 18, with strong classroom management and community-building skills. They will have experience programming with several coding languages and demonstrate capabilities using technology tools to facilitate and teach coding (Google Suite, Kahoot, Quizziz, etc). The Instructor receives an hourly wage, which includes time for preparation, teaching, and grading. Only candidates with a background in computer science, engineering, science, or technology will be considered for this role. 

This is a part-time position, averaging approximately 20 hours per month.

Your day-to-day

• Facilitate learning around coding to young women using Black Girls CODE curriculum
• Participate in teacher/facilitator training prior to course/workshop start
• Interact with youth and staff as a resource and facilitator
• Implement and maintain Black Girls CODE culture and theme
• Participate and assist in the implementation of Black Girls CODE evaluations
• Measure student achievement and progress toward mastery through formative and summative assessments
• Modify materials, where appropriate, to support the learning outcomes of students based on the formative and summative assessments.

• Teaching groups in formal or informal settings 
• Fluent in at least one coding language such as JavaScript or Python
• Strong classroom management/relationship-building skills
• Demonstrates ability to problem-solve
•  Exceptional   facilitation, communication and presentation skills
• Versed in restorative practices and conflict management
• Growth mindset when receiving and incorporating feedback from leaders and peers. 
• Enthusiasm and skill working in youth development
• Integrity, maturity, credibility, and a demonstrated commitment to Black Girls CODE's mission
•  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to successfully pass a background check

What You'll Love About Us

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be a part of an organization that empowers the next generation of leaders in technology.
• Opportunity for Impact: Play a pivotal role in driving equity and representation in the tech industry.
• Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative team passionate 

SALARY 

$45 dollars an hour