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When did your passion for working with students in education start?  My passion for working in education and with kids began during my younger elementary years, as I admired my sister and teachers. I developed a strong desire to be like them. They were not only knowledgeable but also passionate about leading others toward success.…

When did your passion for working with students in education begin?  In third grade, I was called out of the classroom to ask if I was interested in helping the Kindergarten teacher and her students. I immediately said yes, as I loved the thought of working with little kids, so I assisted their teacher in…

When did your passion for working with students and education begin?  My interest in education and working with children began to blossom from an early age. In middle school, I found joy in tutoring younger students, and in high school, I became involved in teaching my peers HTML, CSS, and Python basics through a Girls…

When asked what her favorite part of working at Kodely was, Arianna struggled to choose only one aspect because she shared that she had so many favorite aspects of working at Kodely.  Arianna shared that one of her favorite parts about Kodely is having the opportunity to practice her teaching skills with engaging, fun content.…

As an aspiring elementary school educator, Arianna Thalheimer turned to Kodely to gain hands-on experience that would support her in progressing in her career goals.  Kodely provided Arianna with essential opportunities to practice classroom management and instructional techniques at Kodely partner classrooms that helped her harness her craft and strengthen her teaching skills. By working…

To set yourself up for success on your first day of work, preparation is very important. Preparation for the day often begins with packing all supplies you need to perform your job responsibilities before you arrive. As a Kodely Leader, there are a few key elements to bring with you for your first day.  Working with…

At Kodely, we have a thorough hiring process when working with our Leaders, and we pride ourselves in providing market-leading pay and opportunities to develop strong leadership and skills working with students in the classroom. Kodely Leaders bring great energy into each and every Kodely workshop and have a professional attitude with the workshops they…

Albert Einstein once said, “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” At Kodely, we believe that curiosity’s purpose is to encourage learning and growth. Below are reasons why curiosity is essential to child development and learning.  Why is Curiosity Important in Learning?  Curiosity is a fundamental characteristic…

Expanded Learning Programs (ELPs) have played a significant role in transforming education in California. These programs provide students valuable opportunities to engage in educational activities outside of traditional school hours, including before school, after school, and during the summer. Kodely, the first design thinking enrichment program for PreK–8th grade students, is playing a role in…

Teaching kids to be comfortable with failure is an important life skill that can foster resilience, perseverance, and a growth mindset. Learning to fail from a young age helps children learn to pick themselves up when things don’t go as planned. Here are some strategies that we use at Kodely to help children develop a…