Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver (BBGV) (Math Tutor – Mentoring with Math)

Organization Name: Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver (BBGV)
Opportunity Title: Math Tutor – Mentoring with Math
Category: Education / Training / Teaching
Commitment: Less than 6 months
Start Date: October 21, 2024
End Date: December 14, 2024

Email: volunteer@bbgvf.com
Website: http://bigbrothersvancouver.com
Details:

• Background/police check required
• Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55
• Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over

Opportunity Description:

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/

Make a positive impact that you can see with local youth who struggle with numbers! Our Mentoring with Math Program is designed to strengthen the impact of tutoring by adding in the element of mentorship.

You’ll meet once-a-week for 90 minute sessions during afternoons over a 10 week period, and work on numeracy, activities, and games. No previous experience with math is necessary for volunteers and all training is provided by Big Brothers. This program is offered virtually and in-person.

Our Math Mentors are

• Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.
• Reliable, consistent, dedicated and respectful of others.
• Available to meet once weekly during weekday afternoons between 4:00pm and 5:30pm for 90-minutes for in-person sessions, or 60 minutes for virtual sessions.

Our Mentoring with Math volunteers are required to enroll in two 8-10 week terms as it’s the best way to experience this fun program.

Our Math Mentees are

• Children in grades 3 to 7 who demonstrate a need for assistance in math at their grade level.
• From families who are not otherwise able to financially pursue academic support outside of school.

Benefits

• Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.
• Make a positive impact on the community.
• Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.
• Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.
• Greater productivity at work or school.
• Make a new friend!