Learning Buddies (Virtual Volunteer Reading/Math Mentor)
Organization Name: Learning BuddiesOpportunity Title: Virtual Volunteer Reading/Math Mentor
Category: Education / Training / Teaching
Commitment: Ongoing Opportunity (> 1 year)
Start Date: January 7, 2024
End Date: January 24, 2099
Email: julia@learningbuddiesnetwork.com
Website: https://www.learningbuddiesnetwork.org/
Details:
- Background/police check requiredAppropriate for youth (i.e., less than 18)Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and overTraining or orientation required
About Us
Learning Buddies Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping elementary school students develop essential literacy and math skills through free one-on-one, after-school mentoring in a fun group setting. We reach children who otherwise would not have the help they need. Our goals are to enhance self-esteem through improvement in academic skills and to ignite a passion for learning in a safe and caring environment.
Position Summary
Complete the math/reading and volunteer manual training sessions
Participate in the orientation during the first week of the programs
Report to your Program Coordinator and Executive Coordinator
Prepare lesson materials provided by the organization for each session
Mentor your little buddy by using the lesson materials prepared
Track your little buddy’s progress
Attend mentor meetings
Complete mentor reports
Assist in volunteer recruitment
By volunteering with LBN, volunteers take on significant responsibilities and develop leadership, communication, and organization skills. You will have the opportunity to work directly with one child and develop a supportive mentoring relationship that will help foster building their learning skills, self-esteem, and a positive attitude.
Requirements
Applicants must be either enrolled in school or planning to attend
Applicants below Grade 10 must have a teacher submit a Volunteer Referral Form
The mandatory training must be completed
Volunteers must have a criminal record check done before volunteering with children
Must be located in Canada or the Continental United States
Location
We offer both online and in-person programs.
How to Apply
Please Visit: https://www.learningbuddiesnetwork.com/mentor-application-form
For any questions, please reach out to julia@learningbuddiesnetwork.com
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