Literacy Support Program Volunteer (Hamilton - Terry Berry Library)

About the Program:
Leaps in Literacy helps students strengthen their reading and writing skills through small-group learning. Sessions focus on confidence‑building, social connection, and supporting diverse learning needs. Volunteers play a key role in creating a warm, calm, and encouraging environment where every learner feels welcome.

Volunteers do not provide direct instruction. Instead, they assist the facilitator, help sessions run smoothly, and provide gentle, student‑centered support.

Program Details:
Location: 100 Mohawk Rd W, Hamilton, ON L9C 1W1
Days: Monday and/or Tuesday
Time: 3:45-6:15 PM
Duration: March 30th - May 29th 

What You’ll Do
As a Leaps in Literacy volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming and organized learning space by greeting students, assisting with classroom setup, and helping prepare materials for activities. During sessions, you’ll participate in small‑group activities and offer encouragement to help students stay engaged.

You’ll provide gentle support by sitting with students, helping them transition between tasks, and assisting with simple needs such as washroom, water, or body breaks. At the end of each session, you’ll help ensure students are safely met and dismissed.

Volunteers are expected to maintain confidentiality, communicate any concerns discreetly to the facilitator, and model kindness, patience, and professionalism throughout each session to support a positive learning environment.