Requirements:
- Interview
- Police Check
- References
Also required for this position: The application process begins here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/
- Flexible in schedule
- Accessible by public transit
In-School Mentoring
Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver
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1 hour
/ weekly
Duration of the school year.
Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again while making a positive and local impact for youth! Our In-School Mentoring Program pairs you with one elementary school student who you share common interests with. Matches spend one-hour once per week together on school grounds doing non-academic activities such as playing sports, games, creating art or just hanging out at the playground. Our matches are paired for the duration, or remainder, of the academic school-year. Note: we are now matching volunteers for the 2024-25 school year starting in September. Our Big Buddies are • Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals. • Mentors who Little Buddies can talk to, learn from, and share experiences with. Our Little Buddies are • Students grade 1 to 7 nominated by teachers, staff or by themselves. • Children who could use a bit of extra 1-on-1 attention, need to build confidence, or may have trouble connecting with peers. Locations: Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver
Certification or Education Required
Free training provided. No previous experience working with children necessary!
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
As a volunteer, you can make a positive impact on the community, gain a sense of personal reward and fulfillment by contributing to a child's self-esteem, develop a more positive attitude, which leads to greater productivity at work and makes a new friend We organize fun activities year-round like water-skiing, sailing, and wall-climbing. Whenever possible, our organization provides activity ideas and free tickets and admission vouchers to Big and Little Brothers.
Requirements:
- Interview
- Police Check
- References
Also required for this position: The application process begins here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/
- Flexible in schedule
- Accessible by public transit