[Hiring] Online Session Mentor @Proximity Works

Role Description

Proximity Foundation runs structured coding education programs for young people aged 14-18 at Community Care Institutions (CCIs). We are scaling from the first cohort to many cohorts within Mumbai and building the operational team that will carry this program forward.

Role Type - Volunteer

Time Commitment - 3-4 hrs a week (Weekday evenings and/or weekends availability required)

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.
• A short session notes submission afterwards.
• It's structured but flexible.

Qualifications

• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript
• SQL
• Teaching patience
• Adaptability
• Must be able to speak and understand Hindi and English

Requirements

• Driven by 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).
• Can start volunteering from April 2026.
• Available for a duration of 4 months.
• Have relevant skills and interests.
• 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

How to Apply

To express interest in this role, please send a short note (no formal CV required) to: [email protected]. 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.