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Online-Session Mentor (Volunteer)
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Posted 167d ago
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Is it remote?
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Who may apply?
India
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The listing
Note that this is a volunteer position without any pay.
About Proximity Foundation
Proximity Foundation runs structured coding education programs for young people aged 14-18 at Community Care Institutions (CCIs). Using a computer-based LMS curriculum covering HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL, we pair students with volunteer mentors in cohort-based sessions designed to build real technical skills and lasting confidence.
We are scaling from the first cohort to many cohorts within Mumbai and building the operational team that will carry this program forward. Every role with Proximity Foundation is a direct investment in the young people we serve.
Role Type - Volunteer
Time Commitment : 1 hr on weekday - (one day a week only) and one hour on weekend (either Saturday or Sunday)
Department : Program Delivery
Reports to : Program Coordinator Lead
ROLE FOCUS
Deliver mentor-led online coding sessions to students aged 14-18 at the CCI using the computer-based LMS curriculum. This is a direct mentorship role — you'll be in the online room with students, guiding them through HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver mentor-led online coding sessions to students aged 14-18 at the CCI
- Use the computer-based LMS curriculum to guide each session
- Support student engagement, understanding, and confidence
- Flag student concerns or attendance issues to Program Coordinator
- Participate in mentor check-ins and briefings
- Coordinate with Program Coordinator Lead on scheduling
- Collaborate with backup pool for session continuity
- Provide session notes and attendance reports after each session
WHAT A TYPICAL WEEK LOOKS LIKE
A typical week involves one or two online sessions with the CCI students, a quick async check-in with the Program Coordinator, and a short session notes submission afterwards. It's structured but flexible.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
HTML | CSS | JavaScript | SQL | Teaching patience | Adaptability | Must be able to speak and understand Hindi and English
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
Direct, meaningful impact with students who may never have had a mentor in tech before. You'll see confidence grow week by week — and you'll be part of a tight-knit mentor team doing something that really matters.
HOW TO APPLY
To express interest in this role, please send a short note (no formal CV required) to:
bhoomi.k@proximity.foundation
Tell us a little about yourself, why this role appeals to you, and any relevant experience. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — enthusiasm and reliability matter most.
Requirements
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
People management | Teaching / mentoring | HTML / CSS / JS / SQL | Project coordination
Only those candidates can apply who are:
- Driven by the social initiatives and want to make an impact in the lives of under-privileged students
- Available in the evening (for 1 hr on weekday - one day a week only) and one hour on weekend (either Saturday or Sunday)
- Available for duration of 6 months
- Have relevant skills and interests - HTML, CSS, Javascript and SQL
- Women wanting to start/restart their career can also apply.
- Have a desktop/laptop and a stable internet connection.
- Can speak and understand Hindi & English
Benefits
Certificate
Letter of recommendation
Flexible work hours
LinkedIn Recommendation