Front-End Developer (Volunteer)

Front-End Developer (Volunteer)

Organization: Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Location: Remote (with potential NYC-based collaboration)

Type: Volunteer (Unpaid)

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, academic enrichment, social-emotional learning, literacy development, and creative expression, MAP creates safe, consistent, and empowering spaces where young people can thrive.

As part of this mission, our technology team develops and maintains digital platforms that connect students, mentors, and families with resources and opportunities. The Front-End Developer will help build user-friendly, visually appealing, and responsive web and mobile applications that amplify MAP’s impact.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Front-End Developer to join our team. The developer will play a key role in designing and maintaining seamless digital experiences across MAP’s platforms. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for using technology to drive social impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain responsive websites and mobile applications with clean, efficient, and reusable code
• Collaborate with designers, back-end developers, and program teams to translate UI/UX wireframes into functional interfaces
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and performance
• Ensure applications are fully responsive across devices and browsers
• Integrate APIs and work closely with back-end teams for data-driven features
• Stay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and best practices in front-end development
• Conduct code reviews, troubleshoot issues, and implement bug fixes
• Maintain version control and contribute to agile development cycles (scrum/kanban)
• Check and respond to emails daily, ensuring responses within 48 hours
• Take responsibility for performance improvement by identifying and resolving technical challenges

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Proven experience as a Front-End Developer or similar role in website and/or mobile app development
• Proficiency in:
  • Web Technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript
  • Frameworks/Libraries: React.js, Vue.js, or Angular
  • Mobile Frameworks: React Native, Flutter, or similar
  • Version Control: Git/GitHub/GitLab
• Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and asynchronous programming
• Understanding of responsive design, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility
• Knowledge of build tools such as Webpack, Babel, or Vite
• Familiarity with UI/UX best practices and design tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with server-side rendering (Next.js, Nuxt.js) or hybrid mobile apps
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Firebase, Azure) for deployment and app services
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Mocha)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Commitment

• Volunteer technical role requiring approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
• Remote-first, with optional opportunities for in-person collaboration in New York City

What You Will Gain

• Hands-on experience building technology solutions for a mission-driven nonprofit
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects with cutting-edge frameworks
• Collaboration with a creative, diverse, and passionate team
• A portfolio project that blends technical skill with social purpose
• Professional references and letters of recommendation to support career growth

Application Process

Please send your resume, LinkedIn profile, and a portfolio of projects (if available) to hr@mentorapromise.org along with a brief statement of interest.

You may also apply directly here: https://forms.gle/ptgy2zBZXJB1q7GV8

Help us build technology with purpose — creating digital platforms that open doors to learning, connection, and opportunity for New York City’s most resilient youth.