Online Mentor Role - US Shift timing

Company Description Codeyoung offers coding courses to learners aged 5 to 17, focusing on building strong foundational and practical programming skills. The curriculum is designed to be highly hands-on with clearly defined learning outcomes for each level. Sessions are interactive and prioritize student participation, encouraging curiosity and problem-solving. Codeyoung follows a student-centric approach rather than traditional teacher-led models, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment for young coders.

Role Description This is a part-time, fully remote Online Mentor role aligned to US shift timings from 2:30 am - 8:30 am (6 hours). The Online Mentor will conduct live virtual coding sessions for students aged 5 to 17, using Codeyoung's curriculum and tools. Responsibilities include explaining coding concepts in simple terms, guiding students through projects, answering questions in real time, and fostering a positive, inclusive classroom environment. The mentor will monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback, and adapt teaching methods to different learning styles. Additional tasks may include session preparation, basic reporting on student performance, and collaborating with the academic team to improve content and delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in coding or computer science, with the ability to explain basic programming concepts clearly to beginners.
• Experience teaching, tutoring, or mentoring children or teens in an online or classroom setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with a clear and engaging online presentation style.
• Comfort with virtual classroom tools, learning platforms, and basic troubleshooting of audio/video or connectivity issues.
• Demonstrated patience, empathy, and ability to work with learners of varied ages, backgrounds, and skill levels.
• Reliable internet connection, suitable hardware (computer, headset, webcam), and a quiet environment for conducting sessions.
• Flexibility to work part-time during US shift timings, with consistent availability on agreed days and hours.
• Preferred: Prior experience in STEM education, coding bootcamps, or edtech platforms, and familiarity with project-based learning.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree or ongoing studies in Computer Science, Engineering, Education, or a related field.