Answers to the main questions

CODDY's mission as an international programming school is to open the world of science and technology to every child. We aim to provide quality IT education that helps children develop their talents, acquire essential skills, and prepare for a future where technology plays a key role.

We believe that by enabling children to learn programming and technology from an early age, we help them become active participants in the 21st-century digital world. Our goal is to help them either find work in this field or even create something new and original using their acquired knowledge and skills.

At CODDY, we seek not just professionals but enthusiasts who are passionate about their work. We need team members who view their work not just as a source of income, but as a source of inspiration and self-development.

Our ideal candidate is someone who loves what they do. It's their passion, hobby, and profession all at once. They have a positive outlook on life and are ready to learn and grow with us.

We value people who continuously develop both professionally and personally. Every new experience and knowledge you acquire enriches our team and helps us become even better.

We're looking for team members who strive to exceed themselves and improve the world around them. If you're such a person, you're definitely a fit for us, and we're a fit for you.

At CODDY, we believe our shared future lies in the hands of those who learn, create, and inspire others. If you share our values and are ready to take on the challenge, we'll be happy to welcome you to our team.

Our selection process is multi-layered to ensure each candidate's qualifications and preparation:

1. Initial resume review for preliminary evaluation

2. HR chat conversation and questionnaire completion

3. Qualification check and test assignments to see practical skills in action

4. Interviews with both HR and a potential mentor

5. Trial lesson with a test student to evaluate teaching skills

6. Access to the learning portal for training materials

7. Training assessment

8. Access to teaching materials and mentored work as a beginner

9. After 40-50 hours of mentored teaching, feedback and internal procedures follow

This thorough process ensures that every instructor joining our team has the necessary skills and preparation to deliver high-quality education.

At CODDY, we value flexibility:

● For instructors: There's no fixed minimum or maximum teaching hours. You can set your schedule to fit your needs, making it ideal for combining with studies or other work.

● For other departments: We maintain a flexible approach, discussing and agreeing on minimum hours based on specific role requirements.

We aim to create a work environment where everyone can perform at their best while maintaining work-life balance.

Yes, we have an adaptation period lasting 1-3 months. During this time:

● New team members familiarize themselves with our environment and teaching style

● All necessary training materials are provided

● Support is available at every step

● Various tasks help understand our work system

● The adaptation period is paid

● We value your time and effort in becoming part of our team

Before a new instructor begins their portal training and learns our teaching standards, they conduct a trial lesson with a "mystery student." This allows us to evaluate their preparation and abilities before internal testing.

Instructors choose their own lesson topic and prepare all necessary materials independently, demonstrating their competence and teaching readiness.

We evaluate instructors based on several key criteria:

1. Positive Feedback: from mentors, colleagues, parents, and students

2. Standards Compliance: following CODDY's educational and professional standards

3. Initiative: proposing new ideas and improving existing processes

4. Reliability and Responsibility: completing duties on time and handling unexpected situations professionally

Key evaluation criteria include:

● Work Quality: accuracy, speed, and ability to learn new skills

● Professionalism: interaction with colleagues and clients

● Teamwork: effective communication and resource sharing

● Initiative: problem-solving abilities and new ideas

Teaching hours are flexible and individually arranged based on each instructor's preferences and availability.

CODDY offers:

● In-person learning at various locations

● Online learning available worldwide

● Individual and group sessions

● Year-long courses and intensive programs

● Opportunities to participate in masterclasses, hackathons, and seasonal camps

Classes are conducted via popular platforms like Discord, Zoom, Google Meet, or Skype, based on what works best for the students.

● For students: Use convenient teaching platforms (Discord, Zoom, Google Meet)

● For parents: Email communication is standard, but messaging apps like Telegram or WhatsApp can be used for more efficient communication after establishing contact

Yes, CODDY provides comprehensive support:

● Teaching Materials: Ready-to-use lesson plans and resources

● Expert Guidance: Access to experienced instructors for consultation

● Regular Feedback: System for continuous improvement

Course duration varies:

● Beginner programming courses: typically 4-5 months

● Advanced courses: up to one year

● Classes usually held 1-2 times per week

● Duration can be adjusted based on student progress

● Various formats available from semester-long to year-long programs

Yes, we include homework as part of our courses:

● Workload is balanced to avoid overwhelming students

● Individual approach to each student's needs

● Instructor support available for homework completion

Yes, you can teach your own program after getting approval from our methodological department and listing it in your profile.

We use a modern CRM system for:

● Recording attendance

● Tracking student progress

● Grading assignments

● Providing feedback

A mentor is an experienced instructor who:

● Guides new teachers during their initial period

● Helps with adaptation to our teaching standards

● Provides valuable advice on class preparation

● Shares best practices for student and parent communication

● Offers professional development support 

Every active and experienced instructor has the opportunity to become a mentor, which also contributes to their own professional growth.

Additional opportunities include:

● Curriculum development

● Mentoring

● Creating tutorial content for our YouTube channel

● Working at our seasonal camps and educational events

Tell them to:

● Apply through our Careers page

● Or share their contact information with our HR manager We have a "Refer a Friend" program for successful referrals.