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Speak and Code Juku (SCJ) Youth Corps for ages 18–24 — any educational background. Get trained, support children’s learning, and earn a certificate upon completion.

Ages 18–24 No Experience Needed Certificate of Completion
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Program Overview

The Youth Corps is trained inside real SCJ learning environments, guided by mentors and clear routines. You’ll learn how to support small groups, communicate confidently, and assist safe, structured learning sessions.

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Phase 1: Orientation
Program culture, safeguarding basics, professionalism, classroom routines, and expectations.
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Phase 2: Skills Bootcamp
Practical coaching scripts, group management, and how to assist learning activities (no experience required).
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Phase 3: Guided Practicum
Assist live sessions with supervision. Learn how to help without taking over.
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Phase 4: Deployment
Support weekend clubs, camps, or partner sites as an assistant or junior facilitator.
Who should apply?
  • 18–24 years old (any educational background)
  • Willing to learn and follow training
  • Reliable schedule and respectful attitude
  • Comfortable working with children (with guidance)
Nice to have (not required)
  • Interest in education, community work, or tech
  • Basic communication skills
  • Teamwork mindset

Training Certificate of Completion

Volunteers/trainees who complete the required orientation, skills bootcamp, and supervised practicum will receive a Training Certificate of Completion aligned with our core program.

  • Eligibility: 18–24 years old (any educational background)
  • Requirements: training attendance + practicum hours + basic performance check
  • Purpose: confirms readiness to assist learning sessions under mentor guidance
Core Training Program Reference: https://seelsta.jp/scholar_fee.html
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Volunteer & Trainee Roles

Choose a track (or rotate). You’ll start as an assistant, then level up through supervised practice.

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Learning Support Assistant
Small-group help, routines, materials prep, learner encouragement.
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Literacy & Communication Support
Read-aloud support, simple prompts, phonics and comprehension routines.
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Coding Lab Assistant
Help learners follow steps, debug gently, support project showcases.
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Abacus & Math Focus Coach
Support drill flow, accuracy habits, confidence-building routines.
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Documentation & Community Ops
Registration support, simple reports, photo documentation (with consent).
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Events & Learner Support
Assist camps, orientation days, parent communication support.

How to Apply

The fastest way is via DM. We’ll ask a few quick questions and send your orientation details.

  1. Send a DM with: SCJ TRAINEE
  2. Choose: Volunteer or Trainee
  3. Share: name, city/barangay, availability (weekday/weekend), preferred track
  4. Receive orientation schedule + next steps
DM Starter Message (copy/paste):
“Hi! SCJ TRAINEE. I’m 18–24. I want to join as (Volunteer/Trainee). I live in ____. Available: (Weekdays/Weekends). Track: ____.”
Requirements Checklist
  • Age: 18–24
  • Willing to complete training + practicum
  • Respect child safety and site rules
  • Professional behavior (punctual, reliable)
What you can gain
  • Real facilitation experience
  • Portfolio tasks (events/docs/support)
  • Mentorship and growth pathway
  • Certificate/recognition (site-dependent)

FAQ

Quick answers for first-time applicants.

Anyone 18–24 years old, regardless of educational background. We prioritize attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn.

No. Training starts from the basics and includes guided practicum with supervision.

The entry is volunteer/trainee-based. Depending on site needs and performance, some roles may become paid part-time placements. No guarantees—placement depends on availability and program needs.

Typical commitment is 4–8 hours per week. We try to match schedules (weekdays/weekends) based on site operations.

Learning Support Assistant, Literacy/Communication Support, Coding Lab Assistant, Math Focus Coach, Documentation & Community Ops, and Events Support. You may rotate tracks.

Send a DM with “SCJ TRAINEE”, then share your name, location, availability, and preferred track. We’ll send orientation details.

Yes. You’ll follow child safeguarding rules, respectful communication standards, and site procedures. Photo/video documentation requires consent.

Yes. Volunteers/trainees who complete the required orientation, skills bootcamp, and supervised practicum will receive a Training Certificate of Completion issued by Seels Teachers Academy of Japan aligned with our core program reference: seelsta.jp/dc.html.

No. This is a non-profit, education-focused training initiative for youth and students. We encourage self-sufficiency and shared responsibility, so participants cover their own transportation and personal expenses as part of their commitment to professional growth.

However, for less-privileged youth, our partner institutions and individual donors may provide limited financial or in-kind support (subject to availability).

We partner with LGUs and community organizations serving young learners. We currently have an MoU with the LGU of Santa Barbara, Iloilo, and we welcome new partnership inquiries.

Yes. If you are over 24, you are welcome to join our regular online paid training certificate program: https://seelsta.jp/scj_certification.html

Please note that the SCJ Youth Corps track is offered free for qualified youth for a limited time only. Our operations and program development are funded through our regular paid certificate courses.

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