Become a SummerTech Certified Teacher
Two simple requirements. Complete both and earn your certification.
SummerTech Certified Teachers are strong coders and 3D modelers who teach one or two students at a time. If you can explain clearly, stay patient, and care about people, you’re in the right place. Here’s how to qualify.
SummerTech Teaching Experience — 3 Weeks
Complete three weeks in a teaching role at SummerTech:
- Teaching CIT, Junior Teacher, or Senior Teacher
- Weeks can be non-consecutive
- Teaching time must be verified by the SummerTech academic team
TeachForth Volunteer Teaching — 40 Hours
Complete 40 verified hours of one-on-one or small-group volunteer teaching through TeachForth.
What counts:
- Teaching Python, Java, or 3D Modeling to assigned students
- Sessions scheduled and reported through TeachForth
Why Working at SummerTech Matters
Working at SummerTech means joining a culture that puts people first. You’ll teach 1–2 students at a time to develop your skills, build real relationships, and see your impact immediately.
Make a real difference: Help a student finally “get it,” tailor every session, and watch confidence grow.
Grow as an educator fast: Practice daily, get mentor feedback, and sharpen communication, pacing, and clarity.
Build what colleges value: Earn a recognized credential, verified service hours, and a reference you can use on applications.
Practice our core virtues: Empathy, ownership, curiosity, service, and professionalism guide every interaction.
Build real teams: Collaborate with directors and peers to plan events, share students, and support each other—learning leadership and reliability along the way.
Join a supportive community: Work with mentors and peers who care about inclusion and conversation-first teaching.
Teach with structure, not scripts: Use the Coditum Core curriculum and proven lesson patterns while still teaching in your own voice.
Keep momentum year-round: Move between SummerTech, TeachForth volunteering, and Coditum partner opportunities as you grow.
How It Works
Apply for a SummerTech teaching role (CIT or staff) and register to volunteer with TeachForth.
We’ll verify your three SummerTech teaching weeks and your 40 TeachForth hours through internal reports.
When both are complete, submit your request for certification.
You’ll get a digital certificate and a verification letter upon request. You will be listed in our Gallery of Certified Teachers and guided one-on-one to set up your booking page. From there, you can accept bookings as a certified, hireable instructor and earn directly for your teaching.
What You Get
Start your path
Apply for a SummerTech teaching role (CIT or staff) and register to volunteer with TeachForth.
Track your progress
We’ll verify your three SummerTech teaching weeks and your 40 TeachForth hours through internal reports.
Complete your requirements
When both are complete, submit your request for certification.
Receive your credential
You’ll get a digital certificate and a verification letter upon request. You will be listed in our Gallery of Certified Teachers and guided one-on-one to set up your booking page. From there, you can accept bookings as a certified, hireable instructor and earn directly for your teaching.
Concrete achievements—credential, paid teaching experience, and verified service—help you stand out on college and scholarship applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the three weeks at SummerTech need to be consecutive?
No. Any three verified teaching weeks count. They can even accumulate over several summers.
Does non-teaching CIT time count?
Only teaching CIT weeks count. Your Director will confirm which weeks qualify.
Can past TeachForth hours count?
Yes, if they’re verified by TeachForth.
Should I choose Python or Java?
Start with your stronger language. You can add the other after certification. Most students served by TeachForth are learning Python.
Minimum age?
CITs may be minors with parent/guardian consent. Independent teaching placements may have additional requirements. We suggest 8th grade through 12th grade