Running & Reading Club Mentor - Hamilton

(Start2Finish, Running & Reading Club)

Position ID: V-HVC0636
Last Full Update: 22 Feb 2024

Opportunity Details: Running & Reading Club Mentor - Hamilton

Comments

Start2Finish Volunteers are connected by a common thread: a desire to help eradicate child poverty across the nation.

Contact Michelle Wray, Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager, Start2Finish; Phone: 95-319-1885; Email: michelle.wray@start2finishonline.org
Duties

The Start2Finish Running & Reading Club is a fun after-school program that encourages literacy, healthy active living, and play. The program runs from October to May one afternoon a week for two hours. Volunteers support students in various fitness and reading activities. As a result, students stay in school, build self-confidence and develop positive friendships with mentors and peers. With mentor Coaches, students discover the possibilities of a brighter future.

Information to highlight:

  • Children in the Running & Reading Club are 6 -13 years old; from grades 1-6
  • You do not have to be a runner to volunteer, there is something for everyone!

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Participating with children in fitness activities
  • Reading with children
  • Help to serve snack
  • Leading literacy activities
  • Some administration

 

Locations, days & times:

  • Dr. J Edgar Davey Elementary School, 99 Ferguson Ave N, Hamilton, ON L8R 1L6, Wednesday 3:10-5:10 pm
  • Bennetto School, 47 Simcoe Street East, Hamilton ON L8L 3N2, Tuesdays 3:30-5:30 pm
  • St. Ann Catholic Elementary School, 15 St. Ann Street, Hamilton, ON L8L 0B8, Wednesdays 3:10-5:10 pm
  • St. Augustine Catholic Elementary School, 25 Alma St, Dundas, ON L9H 2C9, Thursdays 2:45-4:45 pm

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More Info Link https://www.start2finishonline.org/running-reading-club
Benefits * Give back to the community in a meaningful way 
* Gain personal satisfaction 
* Meet new people and develop friendships and professional contacts 
* Skill and personal development 
* Build self-esteem 
* Challenge yourself and experience personal growth 
* Develop a sense of accomplishment 
* Reference letter upon request (minimum 1 term volunteering required) 
* Enhance your health and well-being 
* Have fun!
Clients Elementary students grades 1-6
Ages 18 year(s) - 80 year(s)
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Couples ; Families ; Community Groups ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups
Areas of Interest Child Care ; Education Support (Early Years) ; Education Support (Elementary / Secondary) ; Education Support (Training Programs) ; Mentorship / Leadership ; Physical Fitness & Exercise ; Poverty & Homelessness ; Volunteer Coordination ; Youth Engagement
Skills/Experience Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Sports & Coaching ; Team Work ; Working with Children
Commitment Length Short Term ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Once a week, same day & time, for 2 hours each session
Interaction Level One-on-one ; Small Group ; Large Group
Minimum Hours 2 / Week
Seasons Spring ; Winter ; February - May 2024
Accessibility Partially Accessible
Number of Positions Hamilton: 15 individual(s) 
 
15 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation ; Training is provided ; Scheduled training ; Training on the job ; Training on-going
Transportation Near public transit
Application Deadline 12 Apr 2024
Police Check Required
Additional Requirements Application 
Volunteer conduct training
Start Date On or after 07 Mar 2024 and on or before 25 Apr 2024
End Date 30 May 2024

Agency Details: Start2Finish, Running & Reading Club

Office Phone 905-319-1885
Toll Free Phone 1-888-320-8844
E-Mail info@start2finishonline.org
Website www.start2finishonline.org/running-reading-club
Address & Map
Oakwood Public School (Oakville Club Location)
357 Bartos Dr
Oakville, ON L6K 3E5
 
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Mailing Address 4230 Sherwoodtowne Blvd, Unit 303 
Mississauga, ON L4Z 2G6