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Illinois School District U-46

Summer Camp Coach

South Elgin, IL · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

Athletic Coach/Summer Coach Date Posted: 5/11/2026 Location: South Elgin High School Date Available ... Apply and enforce studentdiscipline in accordance with the U-46 Athletic Code of Conduct and U-46 ...

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How much do summer coding jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer coding in Illinois is $18.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.13 and $19.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kind of projects or tasks can I expect to work on in a Summer Coding role?

In a Summer Coding role, you'll typically work on real-world software development projects such as building websites, designing applications, fixing bugs, or adding new features to existing products. Depending on the organization, you may work individually or as part of a team, collaborating with fellow developers, designers, or mentors. Tasks often include writing and testing code, participating in code reviews, and contributing to documentation. This hands-on project work not only builds your technical skills but also gives you valuable experience in team collaboration and agile development environments.

What is a Summer Coding job?

A Summer Coding job is a temporary position, usually for students or interns, where participants work on programming-related tasks during the summer. These jobs can involve software development, debugging, testing, or learning new coding skills while contributing to real projects. They are often offered by tech companies, startups, or educational programs to provide hands-on experience and industry exposure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Summer Coding position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Summer Coding role, candidates should have foundational programming knowledge, problem-solving ability, and familiarity with at least one modern programming language, often supported by coursework or coding bootcamp experience. Experience with collaborative tools such as Git, cloud-based IDEs, and basic understanding of project management software is valuable. Strong communication, a willingness to learn, and adaptability help individuals excel in team-based and fast-paced environments. These skills and qualities are crucial for successfully completing coding projects, meeting deadlines, and making the most of a short-term, intensive learning and work experience.

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Infographic showing various Summer Coding job openings in Illinois as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 70% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 6% Temporary. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $37,485 per year, or $18 per hour.
Kids STEM Instructor: Afterschool, Weekend, & Summer Camp + Internship

Kids STEM Instructor: Afterschool, Weekend, & Summer Camp + Internship

Code Ninjas

Shiloh, IL • On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Part-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Company parties
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development

Who are we?
Code Ninjas is the nation's fastest-growing kids coding franchise where they build the video games they love. Our mission is to empower kids with the skills they need to thrive in the digital world while fostering creativity, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for learning. In our center, kids ages 5-14 years old learn to interact with technology in a fun, non-intimidating way. Kids have a blast and can't wait to come back. Parents are thrilled as their children gain confidence and new STEM skills including coding, logic, and critical thinking, as they progress from white to black belt. Our core promise is: "Kids have fun, Parents see results".
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a positive, trustworthy, and motivated self-starter to join our team of dynamic, energetic, forward-thinking minds, working toward our common goal: providing a fun and safe learning environment for children. Our Sensei are the lifeblood of our Code Ninjas center. This individual oversees the day-to-day coaching and student engagement for After School programs, Weekends, and/or Summer Camps. Are you experienced in working with children? Do you enjoy teaching and building problem-solving skills in young engineering minds? Have you mentored youth? This could be the role for you.
Responsibilities include:
  • Training - go through the curriculum we provide and learn it to assist others
  • Quickly pick up basic concepts of new technologies
  • Create a positive and safe space in which students can learn and grow
  • Illustrate patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards guiding and supporting students through their learning journey.
  • Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment where children feel encouraged to explore and experiment with coding and technology.
  • Incorporate a variety of technology-related topics and activities into the curriculum, such as robotics, Minecraft, Roblox, YouTube content creation, 3D printing, AI, and more.
  • Provide feedback to parents after working with a student
  • Follow opening/closing duties daily, as well as clean the dojo throughout the day to ensure cleanliness is kept up to corporate standards
  • Report monthly to Center Manager on development opportunities, weekly to Center Manager on personal progress, and daily to Center Manager with respect to the day's activities and student productivity in dojo
  • Prompt and timely attendance for scheduled After School hours, Weekend hours, and/or Summer Camps
  • Internships/Intern Projects can be accommodated for Small Business Operations, Digital Marketing, and IT.
  • Current shifts available: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 3:30PM - 7:30PM; Saturday at 10AM - 2PM; and Summer Camps every weekday at 9AM - 12PM or 12:30PM - 3:30PM from June 1 until August 7 (no camps the week of June 29 - July 3).

Qualifications:
  • Working history with children ages 5 and up (coaching, tutoring, babysitting, camp counselor, etc.)
  • Formal experience in teaching, mentoring or child-care preferred but not required
  • Works well with others; and actively collaborates with team and manager
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences
  • Ability to maintain order within a group setting.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse kids of varying ages, learning styles, personalities, abilities, and backgrounds
  • Must be fun to work with and like working in fast-paced environments where requirements can change frequently
  • Interest in various technology-related topics, including but not limited to robotics, Minecraft, Roblox, YouTube content creation, 3D printing, and AI.
  • Knowledgeable about coding/STEM and expertise with related technologies preferred but not required
  • CPR certification and First Aid knowledge preferred but not required.
  • Ability to pass background check for those 18+
  • Please provide two references with your application/resume

Compensation: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
ABOUT US
Code Ninjas® is the world's largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise, with hundreds of locations in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2016, our company is headquartered in Houston, TX. At our centers, kids learn to code while building their own video games. Kids have fun, parents see results®.
Code Ninjas is creating the problem solvers of tomorrow. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential. Educating our youth in coding provides them with the problem-solving skills and self-esteem to pursue their dreams.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Code Ninjas Corporate.

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