Volunteer Role: LEAP After School Program Facilitator

Role Description

Providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for middle-years children (9-13 years) to attend after-school, focusing on building independence skills, self-esteem, resilience, and confidence.

To learn more about this program, click here.

Need to Know

Type of Position: In-person
Location: Woodview Park Library. 16 Bradstock Road, North York, ON M9M 1M8
Language Required: English (Intermediate level or higher)
Time Commitment: Program runs twice a week September through March. Volunteers should be available to assist in-person at least one day per week, consistently for at least a 3 months commitment.
Training and Supervision: Reports to the “Get Moving!” After-School Program Coordinator

Responsibilities

In this role, you will

• Provide a warm, welcoming, inclusive environment
• Work with children ages 9-13 in-person, alongside a Lead Facilitator, to lead and support the facilitation of activities
• Work alongside Lead Facilitator in supervising children
• Support Lead Facilitator in explaining activities including demonstrating movements during physical activities
• Assist with supervision of children during program times, including dismissal, taking attendance, answering questions during activities, etc.
• Encourage, motivate, and build student’s confidence

We look for volunteers that have

• Good interpersonal skills and patience
• Respect for people of other cultures
• A friendly and positive attitude
• Ability to work within an anti-oppression framework
• Ability to commute to in-person location where program is offered; standing for 2 hours
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Proof of 2 vaccinations

Benefits of this role include

• Reference letters
• Building a personal network
• Experience in a non-profit organization
• Building leadership skills and experience
• Developing strong interpersonal skills
• Supporting the goals of students
• Priority in future employment opportunities within the program

Training and Evaluation

Training for this role includes an orientation from the program’s staff.

A volunteer is considered successful when there is an increase in the student’s confidence, self-esteem, and ability to complete tasks in the home independently. Evaluation forms are administered bi-yearly.

For more information, contact
Danielle Benton, Volunteer Coordinator
dbenton@nych.ca | 437-343-5516