Become a Volunteer for We Connect The Dots

We Connect the Dots is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that delivers experiential learning programs and 21st century workforce skills training to students all over the world. Our organization relies on volunteer support in myriad ways, and we are always on the lookout for capable and dedicated individuals to join our team. 

We need volunteers to help us coordinate and deliver our programs, supervise our students, attract sponsors, secure donors, market our programs, offer tech support and drive registrations. If you are an industry professional and would like to speak at an event please let us know. No experience with coding, computer science, or technology needed to volunteer. However, if you do have experience in coding or technology, we would be happy to suggest our mentoring program for students. 

Register as a Volunteer Coordinator, Mentor, Educator Volunteer, or General Volunteer by clicking the box below.

Mentors

Mentors attend our programs as coaches and facilitators of the learning experience for our students. Mentors work closely with students as they navigate and work through projects, and offer guidance as needed based on their expertise, knowledge, and experience. During our programs, mentors are assigned to student groups to assist them in navigating the projects and meeting their deadlines, acting as both a guide and a facilitator through the process. 

If you would like more information about our mentoring program, please contact us at info@we-connect-the-dots.org

Educator Volunteer

Educators attend our programs as coaches and facilitators of the learning experience for our students. Educators work closely with students as they navigate and work through projects, and offer guidance as needed based on their expertise, knowledge, and experience. During our programs, educators are assigned to student groups to assist them in navigating the projects and meeting their deadlines, acting as both a guide and a facilitator through the process. Educators can also participate as instructors of specific content that is delivered during the program, providing an opportunity to either co-lead a session or work with an industry expert to increase knowledge in a specific industry.  As a part of LCC Connections Foundations STEAM Coach training cycle educators have the opportunity to build confidence in STEAM education application in this "Living Lab" environment.

You can learn more about the Connections Foundations STEAM Coach Training Cycle here: http://lauriecarey.com 

To learn from a educator first hand watch this video.

General Volunteer

General Volunteers attend programs to support our organization in many ways.  You can help operationally to support the overall organization, support a specific program, help to design curriculum with our team, and jump in to support us succeed by bringing your expertise in your business industry to our organization.

Volunteer Coordinator

Timing: Ongoing

When: 1 hour a day, 5 days per week / The time of day is flexible.

Where: This is a virtual opportunity. / Volunteer will need access to a computer and internet.

Description:

At We Connect The Dots our mission is to inspire and educate students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) careers. Through a collaboration with the community, education, government and the technology industry, WCTD provides awareness and education of the 21st Century workforce skills, as well as the opportunities available to students embracing STEAM careers. Impacting students at a local, national and global level, our programs create a hunger for learning that empowers students to find their own path to success.

We are seeking a volunteer coordinator to support our growing volunteer population. These are exciting times at We Connect The Dots and we want to ensure that our volunteers feel informed and engaged. The volunteer coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of onboarding new volunteers inclusive of evaluating, scheduling, and training. The coordinator will also assist with ongoing relationship management inclusive of outreach to staff our programs. Due to the nature of this role, we are looking for an individual that has strong communications skills, is detail oriented and organized, and is available to support us at least 1 hour a day from Monday through Friday.  

Skills:

Candidates should be possess skills in the following domains: Verbal / Written Communication, Multi-Tasking, Attention to detail, Organized, Follow-up skills, Presentation Skills

Good Match For:

College students, Retirees

Requirements & Commitment:

Volunteer will need access to a computer and internet. 1 hour a day, 5 days per week (Mon - Fri) minimum commitment