Join Love to Code Academy as a Minecraft Instructor, where you'll turn Minecraft into more than a game; it becomes the classroom for building character. You'll lead elementary students through hands-on coding and building challenges, coaching teamwork, persistence, and problem-solving in real time as they create. It's a part-time role with flexible after-school hours, perfect for someone who loves both technology and helping kids grow into confident, resilient creators.

Compensation:

$25 - $30 per

Hour Responsibilities:

Lead weekly Minecraft-based coding and building classes for elementary students, following LTCA's structured session format Guide students through hands-on projects and challenges, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and independent thinking Coach character traits in real time — naming teamwork, persistence, and integrity as students work, not just teaching Minecraft mechanics Let students work through difficulty and setbacks before stepping in, so persistence and self-control actually get built Maintain a structured, safe, and positive classroom environment for every session Track and communicate student progress to the Program Director, including readiness for belt promotion Build positive relationships with students and parents, representing LTCA's mission with every interaction

Qualifications:

Comfortable and confident working directly with elementary-age kids in a group setting Familiar with Minecraft (Java, Bedrock, or Education Edition) and able to guide builds and troubleshoot in real time Strong communicator who can hold a room's attention without relying on volume or lectures Patient enough to let a student struggle for a minute before jumping in to help Reliable and punctual for scheduled class blocks Prior teaching, coaching, camp counselor, or youth-program experience preferred but not required Must pass a background check and meet Missouri requirements for working with minors About Company Love to Code Academy is a youth character development academy built on a single belief: the most important thing students build here is not a program or a robot — it is character. Through coding, robotics, and esports, students develop the traits that matter most in life — teamwork, persistence, integrity, confidence, and leadership. Technology is the environment. Character development is the outcome. Learn more about our programs and mission: https://lovetocodeacademy.com We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.