Coding Teacher

👩‍💻 Volunteer Opportunity: Coding & Technology Education

Are you passionate about tech, education, and making a social impact? Join our Coding Kuska and Think Yachaq programs, where you’ll help empower students through hands-on learning in programming, robotics, and more!

🌟 About the Program

Coding Kuska introduces students to technology through dynamic workshops on computational thinking and Scratch, linking tech skills to everyday and academic themes. The program culminates in students developing their own personal tech projects based on their interests.

• Currently moving into Phase 2: Robotics
• 16 students and 4 trained local teachers
• Engaged, curious learners ready to expand their skills!

Think Yachaq is the continuation of Coding Kuska for youth aged 13 to 17, developed in partnership with local universities. Its long-term goal: foster economic opportunities through technology.

• Classes held at Universidad Católica de Santa María
• 20 students + university staff involved
• Next stage: 3D printing and fabrication

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your CV, Criminal Check and a Reference letter to welcomevolunteers@hoop.ngo In addition, please complete the Idealist Form and upload the documents there as well.

Responsibilities:

• Analyse project budgets and identify funding needs.
• Establish local and international fundraising strategies.
• Help create compelling fundraising materials, such as donation appeals and impact reports.
• Apply for local and international funds (Grants).
• Identify, attract and establish relationships with potential donors, corporations, foundations.

All activities are executed in our Community Center, located on the outskirts of Cerro Colorado, Arequipa, Peru.

🔎 What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are passionate about education, technology, and social impact. Ideal candidates will have:

• Volunteers with experience or interest in coding, Scratch, Arduino, or 3D printing
• A creative, patient, and team-oriented spirit
• Medium Spanish proficiency (recommended to facilitate classroom support)
• A minimum commitment of 1 month (but we predict you’ll stay longer!)

✅ To Join Us, You’ll Need:

• A CV, reference letter, and criminal background check (to confirm your application)
• A flight confirmation (to confirm your participation)
• Good news: There’s no fee! We don’t charge any volunteer or application fees.