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Flexible Schedule
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Vancouver, Canada
Make a BIG impact in little time! The Big Brothers mentoring program provides supportive one-to-one mentoring relationships to children and youth in our local communities. A Mentor is a volunteer and role model that a Mentee can talk to, learn from, and share experiences with. Through regular weekly outings, a relationship builds on trust, common interests, and fun! The Mentor/Mentee match is monitored and supported by our experienced caseworkers, and the Parent/Guardian, to ensure positive and meaningful relationships. Who can be a Big Brothers Mentor? Male, trans, and gender diverse individuals who are 18+. Inclusive and welcoming of Mentors of all sexual orientations. Reliability, consistency, dedication, and respectfulness of others. What are the requirements? A one-year commitment to one-to-one mentoring. Able to meet weekly for 2-4 hours with a Mentee. Able to express care, challenge growth, provide support, share power, affirm identity, and expand possibilities with a child or youth. Who are the Little Brother Mentees? Boys, trans, and gender diverse children and youth between the ages of 7 and 14 years old. Those who would benefit from having an additional caring adult role model in their lives. Locations: Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver To apply, simply start here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/
Date Posted: Sep 18, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Vancouver, Canada
Make a positive impact that you can see with local youth who struggle with numbers! Our Mentoring With Math Program aims to support families who are not otherwise able to financially pursue academic support opportunities outside of school. This program is designed to strengthen the impact of tutoring by adding in the element of mentorship. Learning from a Mentor as a positive role model encourages self-esteem and confidence-building for the Mentees as they work through math problems together. Snacks, math workbooks, and other supplies are provided. Who can be a Math Mentor? Adults 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals. Inclusive and welcoming of Mentors of all sexual orientations. Reliability, consistency, dedication, and respectfulness of others. What are the requirements? Minimum 10-week commitment Available to meet weekly Monday to Thursday between 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM for 90-minute sessions. Programs offered in-person every 3-4 months in Surrey, Burnaby, Vancouver, and Coquitlam. Who are the Little Buddies? Children in grades 3-7 who demonstrate a need for assistance in math at their grade level How does the program work? Children in grades 3 - 7 are able to attend Mentoring with Math sessions each week for 90 minutes. For the first part of the session, volunteers will use a variety of techniques based on the principles of the JUMP Math numeracy program to encourage an understanding and love of math. The second part of each weekly session will encourage students in the program to interact with one another through a number of games and activities. Who tutors the children in the program? The volunteers are not professional tutors but volunteers who have a desire to support children in their community. They are only available for assistance during the 90-minute program session. All volunteers go through Big Brothers’ screening and training process before joining the program. Locations: Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver To apply to this program, see our application here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/
Date Posted: Sep 18, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Vancouver, Canada
Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again with our Group Mentoring program, Game On! Through fun physical activities and active play, complemented with balanced eating support and snacks, participants are engaged in life skills, communication, and social-emotional health discussions to encourage a life-long healthy lifestyle. This program provides youth Mentees with information and support to make informed choices about a range of healthy lifestyle practices. Sessions are structured around four themes: Physical Activity Balanced Eating Social-Emotional Learning Communication Skills Who can be a Mentor? Male, trans, and gender diverse individuals who are 18+. Inclusive and welcoming of Mentors of all sexual orientations. Reliability, consistency, dedication, and respectfulness of others. What are the requirements? Can commit to two 8-week programs, over two school terms. Available to meet weekly for 90-minute sessions. Who are the Little Buddies? Boys, trans, and gender diverse children and youth in grades 4-7. Will benefit from building self-confidence and learning how to practice healthy lifestyle choices. Locations: Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver To apply, simply start here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/
Date Posted: Sep 18, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Vancouver, Canada
Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again while making a positive and local impact for youth! The In-School Mentoring Program provides supportive one-to-one mentoring relationships to children and youth during their school day. Mentoring relationships build a connection through friendship and play-based activities. Each session is child-led, based on the mentee’s interests, and may include exploring the playground, cooking, arts & crafts or board games in our very own 'Big & Little Activity Supply Bins. The In-School Mentoring program requires a weekly visit of 1 hour for the duration of the school year. Matches do not meet over the summer break or during other school holidays. Activities you and your Little Buddy can do together include: Reading Sports Arts & Crafts Talking Baking Hanging out on the playground Locations: Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver To apply, simply start here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/
Date Posted: Sep 18, 2023
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