Robotics Mentors for Casa de la Esperanza Robotics Academy
Opportunity Type: | Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity |
Department: | Housing and Human Services |
Category: | Human Services and Public Health |
Time Commitment & Minimum Age: | Minimal of 2 hours per week per semester (Fall & Spring) to maximum of 20 hours per week. Must be at least 18 years old. |
Location: | Casa de la Esperanza Learning Center, 1520 South Emery Street, Longmont, CO 80501 (southeast corner of Hwy 287 and Pike Road) |
Program Summary: | The Casa de la Esperanza program was initiated to serve the 100+ children and youth living on site. The program responds to the unique needs of the dozens of farm workers families. Casa de la Esperanza’s educational center is a state of the art learning center providing opportunities and resources toward excellence and self-empowerment through collaboration and programming that nurture each individual’s potential. Our vision is one of a thriving community that encourages those around us by exemplifying the ideals of education, leadership, and self-sustainability |
Duties and Responsibilities: | Assist with Casa de la Esperanza Robotics Academy including JR. LEGO Robotics (kids aged 6-8 years), FIRST LEGO Robotics (kids aged 9-12 years), and FIRST FRC (8th-12th graders) |
Qualifications and Requirements: | Aged 18 or older, own transportation or able to use public transportation. Volunteers must commit to at least 2 hours a day, once a week, for 4 months. |
Training Dates and Information: | Fingerprinting must be completed before first day. Must be willing to drive to Thornton for fingerprint appointment. Must complete Mandated Reporter Training and Cultural Diversity Training. |
Additional Information: | Huge need for mechanical engineers! Bilingual skills a plus but not needed. |
Contact: | Vanessa M. Arritola, Program Coordinator, varritola@bouldercounty.org , 303-678-6220 office. |
Unpaid Internship: | This is an Unpaid Internship |
Application Process: | Fill out inquiry application here |