Skills required
Requirements:
- Interview
- Police Check
- References
Also required for this position: Qualifications:
• Be 19 years or older and identify as a woman, non-binary, transgender, or gender-diverse individual
• Complete a free online Criminal Records Check
• Have been a Canadian resident for at least one year (or provide an International Criminal Records Check)
• Submit a Driver’s Abstract if you plan to drive youth in your car
• Have an interest in building a positive relationship with youth aged 7–17
- Flexible in schedule
Study Buddy Tutor/Mentor
1-1 hours
/ weekly
6 months
Imagine being the reason a kid goes from dreading school to actually believing in themselves. As a Study Buddy mentor, you'll meet one-on-one weekly with a girl or gender-diverse youth (ages 7-17) to work through schoolwork, set goals, and build the confidence that sticks with them for life. "Volunteering with Big Sisters as a Study Buddy for 5 years was very fulfilling as I was helping a young girl in a way I would have wanted to be helped during the tough times at school." — Study Buddy Jessica We’re accepting applications across the Lower Mainland, but right now we especially need volunteers in: - Burnaby (Brentwood, Burnaby Heights, Metrotown) - New Westminster (Queens Park) - Richmond (Seafair, Southarm) - Surrey (South Newton, Saint Helen’s Park, West Cloverdale, Clayton, Fleetwood Park) - Tri-Cities (Mary Hill) - Vancouver (Hastings-Sunrise, South Vancouver, Sunset, Killarney, Garden Village, Brentwood) - White Rock See what you could be part of: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4trr5BYTpGg Apply Now or contact Yeong at info@bigsisters.bc.ca for more information.
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
-Communication & problem-solving skills you'll use everywhere, in school, at work, in life -The ability to explain things clearly and patiently (harder than it sounds, and so worth it) -Real experience supporting youth academically and personally, a standout addition to any resume or application -A sense of accomplishment watching someone build confidence, believe in themselves, and feel excited about learning -A dedicated caseworker from start to finish, checking in at key moments
Skills required
Requirements:
- Interview
- Police Check
- References
Also required for this position: Qualifications:
• Be 19 years or older and identify as a woman, non-binary, transgender, or gender-diverse individual
• Complete a free online Criminal Records Check
• Have been a Canadian resident for at least one year (or provide an International Criminal Records Check)
• Submit a Driver’s Abstract if you plan to drive youth in your car
• Have an interest in building a positive relationship with youth aged 7–17
- Flexible in schedule