Volunteer role

Farsi Tutor

Guide children ages 4–12 through an immersive, play-based Farsi program in our new Eastlake after-school pilot.

About the role

The House of Afghanistan is launching its first after-school program — and its first real experiment in early-childhood language immersion. It's a Farsi program for children ages 4 to 12, held in the Eastlake neighborhood of Chula Vista.

It looks nothing like a classroom. There are no textbooks, no worksheets, and no writing — every session unfolds entirely in Farsi and entirely through play: games, movement, music, and story. Our conviction is simple: when children are immersed in a language and invited to play inside it, curiosity comes first and fluency follows. This role exists to help us test that idea and bring it to life.

As our Farsi Tutor, you'll lead these afternoons — keeping the room warm, energetic, and fully in Farsi — and help shape the activities as we learn what works. Because this is a pilot, the structure and hours may evolve as we refine it. We're looking for someone flexible, patient, and genuinely excited to help build something new.

What you'll do
  • Lead after-school sessions entirely in Farsi, keeping the environment immersive and welcoming
  • Guide children ages 4–12 through structured, play-based activities — games, movement, music, and story
  • Nurture curiosity and confidence in the language through play rather than instruction
  • Help shape and refine the program as we test what works
What you bring
  • Warm, conversational fluency in Farsi
  • Genuine enjoyment of working with young children (ages 4–12)
  • Energy, patience, and creativity for play-based learning
  • Flexibility and a builder's mindset as the program takes shape
What we provide
  • $25–$30 per hour, based on experience and Farsi fluency
  • The chance to help shape a first-of-its-kind program from the ground up
  • Activities, materials, and a supportive team for every session

Ready to begin?

Tell us a little about yourself and the role that drew you. We'll meet for tea, and bring you in.