About James Smith

Hello! I'm James, and I have a passion for igniting the creative spark in young minds through the power of coding! Living in the picturesque town of Bandera, TX, I have dedicated the last six years to teaching Scratch programming to children of all ages. I firmly believe that learning should be a joyful journey, so my approach is all about making education both fun and accessible.

With a personal motto of "Code, Create, and Celebrate," I aim to transform each class into an adventure where kids aren't just learning—they're creating their own worlds through coding. Everyone has a story to tell, and Scratch is a fantastic way to bring those stories to life.

Background

My journey into the realm of Scratch began as a personal hobby. I have a background in computer science and a knack for storytelling. Realizing the potential of Scratch as a learning tool for children, I decided to merge my skills into a unique teaching experience. It wasn't long before I noticed how kids lit up when they saw their code transform into animated stories and games.

Today, with over half a decade of teaching under my belt, I am thankful to have guided hundreds of students through their first steps in coding, all the way to building complex projects that they are proud to share.

Expertise

My expertise lies in making Scratch programming an intuitive and exhilarating experience. My classes cover:

Basics of Scratch, including understanding the interface and simple commands.

Intermediate techniques, like creating animated sprites and adding user interactivity.

Advanced Scratch, where we explore complex logic, game development, and storytelling through code.

Customized learning plans to suit the pace and interests of each individual student.

Collaboration and teamwork on multidisciplinary projects, merging coding with other subjects.

Whether your child is looking for a gentle introduction to programming or eager to develop their burgeoning skills further, I am dedicated to helping them achieve their coding goals.

FAQs

Testimonials

"James has a way of making coding an adventure. My son couldn't stop talking about the game he created in class!" - Sarah L.

"Mr. Smith is patient and makes learning Scratch so easy, even for a complete beginner like my daughter. She's always excited for her next session!" - Miguel R.

"With James's help, my child went from being curious about games to designing her own. It's wonderful to see her so engaged and proud of what she builds!" - Emma T.

"My kid's confidence has soared since taking classes with James. He's not just a tutor, but a mentor who inspires his students." - David K.

As one of the top tutors in Bandera, with an average rating of 4.4 stars from 20 reviews, I invite you and your child to embark on this coding journey with me. Let's code, create, and celebrate together!