Community Sector Council (CoderDojo mentor)

Organization Name: Community Sector Council
Opportunity Title: CoderDojo mentor
Category: Computers / Technology / IT
Commitment: Less than 6 months
Start Date: March 23, 2022
End Date: April 28, 2022

Email: coderdojo@cscnl.ca
Website: http://communitysector.nl.ca/coderdojo
Details:

• Background/police check required

Opportunity Description:

Looking for volunteers for about 1-2 hours a week to teach computer coding to youth ages 7-17 using pre-written material. Full job description is:

Overview of the Role:
The CoderDojo movement believes that everyone should have the opportunity to code and create with technology. It’s increasingly important in the modern world and much easier to learn these skills early. Coder Dojo has built a global network of free, volunteer-led, community-based programming clubs for young people. Coder Dojo will be aimed at 11-15 year olds who can visit the Dojo to learn to code, build a website, create an app or a game, and explore technology in an informal, creative and social environment. CoderDojo is part of the Raspberry Pi Foundation. The Mentors are the volunteers who provide support, guidance, and encouragement to the young people in completing their projects and developing their skills. Anyone who is passionate about technology and shares the CoderDojo spirit can be a mentor. The role of a mentor is not the same as that of a teacher or lecturer. Mentors help young people work through problems and encourage their efforts rather than directly delivering solutions.
Key activities
• To help young children develop coding skills in a fun and creative way.
• To prepare the coding projects and materials prior to the session with the support of library staff
• To prepare for the session including setting up the laptops/pcs
• To meet and greet parents/caregivers and their children.
• To encourage the parents/caregivers to be around by engaging with them.
• To assist with clearing the area once the session ends.
• Comply fully with existing policies and procedures of CSC
We are looking for volunteers who:
• Are warm, friendly and patient personality
• Are able to relate to young children and their families and interact with them in a positive manner
• Have imagination and creativity to aid lively and enjoyable coding sessions
• Are able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Have confidence in leading the sessions