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Start2Finish Running & Reading Club Youth Coach/Mentor
Start2Finish is recruiting new volunteers to join us in facilitating our Running & Reading Clubs in 4 Hamilton Elementary Schools.
The R&R program addresses the need for enhanced literacy and physical activity among children experiencing poverty/deprivation in the communities it services. The R&R clubs are for children in grades 1-6.
About the opportunity:
- Once a week, after-school
- ~2 hours/session (October to December, January to May)
- Facilitate games, exercise & running activities
- Facilitate one-on-one and/or group discussions
- Read stories
- Build meaningful connections and have fun!
What you bring to the table:
- Passion for change
- Enjoy working with children
- Strong communicator
- Leadership skills
- A current vulnerable sector check (or able to obtain one)
- Access to reliable transportation (car, city bus, etc.)
Location, days & times:
- Bennetto Elementary: Tuesdays 3:20-5:20
- St. Ann (Hamilton) Catholic Elementary: Wednesdays 3:10-5:10
- Dr. J. E. Davey Elementary: Wednesdays 3:10-5:10
- St. Augustine Catholic Elementary: Thursdays 2:45-4:45 (Dundas)
- Oakwood Elementary: Thursdays 2:35-4:35 (Oakville)
Please apply directly through our volunteer portal: https://timecounts.app/o/start2finish/applications or reach out Jaime for more information: jaime.luttmann@start2finishonline.org
Location, days & times:
- Bennetto Elementary: Tuesdays 3:20-5:20
- St. Ann (Hamilton) Catholic Elementary: Wednesdays 3:10-5:10
- Dr. J. E. Davey Elementary: Wednesdays 3:10-5:10
- St. Augustine Catholic Elementary: Thursdays 2:45-4:45 (Dundas)
- Oakwood Elementary: Thursdays 2:35-4:35 (Oakville)
For more information, please contact Jaime Luttmann.