Tech Education Volunteer Teacher - Weekend Sessions at The Autism Hub

Tech Education Volunteer needed to teach 2-hour weekend sessions at The Autism Hub in North London. Help neurodiverse young people (with a focus on young women and non binary people), develop valuable tech skills in an inclusive environment.

Are you passionate about technology and want to make a difference in young people's lives? Atypify is seeking enthusiastic volunteer teachers to deliver engaging tech education sessions at The Autism Hub during weekends.

About Us: Atypify is a non-profit digital inclusion project providing free tech education to neurodiverse individuals. Our work is deeply rooted in lived experiences of neurodiversity, and we're committed to creating a safe, inclusive space where young people can learn at their own pace.

The Role:

• Deliver 2-hour tech education sessions on weekends
• Teach subjects like web design, coding, cybersecurity, or app development
• Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles
• Work with small groups of neurodiverse learners aged 14-25

We're Looking For Someone Who Has:

• Knowledge and experience in tech
• A patient, kind, and understanding approach to teaching
• Ability to explain technical concepts in accessible ways
• Commitment to inclusivity and neurodiversity
• Reliability and good time management

What We Offer:

• Full support and guidance from our experienced team
• Opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives
• Valuable teaching experience
• Friendly and supportive community
• Professional development opportunities

Practical Details:

• Location: The Autism Hub, North London
• Time Commitment: 2-hour sessions (Saturdays or Sundays)
• DBS check required (we can arrange this)
• Training and support provided

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Technical knowledge in one or more areas: web design, coding, cybersecurity, or app development
• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS, Flutter, React Native, or Bootstrap would be valuable
• Experience using technology in an accessible way
• Good communication skills, with ability to explain technical concepts clearly
• Basic digital literacy and comfort with online teaching tools

Personal Qualities:

• Friendly and approachable manner (essential for our inclusive environment)
• Patient and understanding, especially when explaining complex concepts
• Kind and empathetic approach to teaching
• Ability to adapt teaching style to different learning needs
• Reliable and punctual
• Enthusiastic about making tech accessible to everyone
• Open-minded and accepting of neurodiversity

Desirable Experience:

• Previous teaching or mentoring experience
• Experience working with young people aged 14-25
• Understanding of neurodiversity and inclusive education
• Background in creating accessible learning materials
• Experience in adapting content for different learning styles

We value lived experience and enthusiasm over formal qualifications. Our primary requirement is someone who can create a welcoming, supportive learning environment while sharing their tech knowledge in an accessible way.

As a volunteer tech teacher with Atypify, your impact will be both immediate and long-lasting:

1. Direct Impact on Young People:

• Help neurodiverse individuals develop valuable tech skills
• Build their confidence and self-belief
• Create pathways to future careers in technology
• Provide positive role models in the tech industry

1. Community Impact:

• Contribute to digital inclusion in North London
• Help break down barriers to tech education
• Support the creation of a more diverse and inclusive tech workforce
• Foster a supportive community for neurodiverse young people

1. Systemic Change:

• Help address the digital skills gap
• Contribute to more inclusive tech education
• Support neurodiversity acceptance in tech
• Be part of creating lasting positive change in how tech education is delivered to neurodiverse individuals

Your time and expertise will directly help young people who might otherwise face barriers to accessing tech education, setting them up for future success in our increasingly digital world.