Virtual Coach & Mentor
(Start2Finish)
Opportunity Details: Virtual Coach & Mentor
| Contact | Anna Giesbrecht, Virtual Programs Manager, Start2Finish Canada; Phone: 647-241-6410; Email: anna.giesbrecht@start2finishonline.org |
| Duties | A S2F Virtual Coach has a significant role to encourage children on a weekly basis for positive change physically, mentally and emotionally through fitness and literacy. Coaches help to build confidence and motivation within children, while reducing learning gaps and developing a Our Brainworx! is an online afterschool program for students in grades 1-6 and runs twice a week between Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, for 30-40 minutes each session. We focus on physical activity, literacy, and social-emotional development. Each group has 10-12 students and 3-4 coaches. Our Brainworx program has various start times between 3:30pm - 6:30pm EST. The Junior Coach Leadership Program is an online after-school program for students in grades 7 and 8. It runs on Mondays after-school for 1 hour and focuses on developing students’ leadership skills, while still incorporating physical activity and literacy. Start times are between 4:30 and 6:30pm EST (4:30pm MST). Being a S2F volunteer is one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling things you’ll ever do. Shape Canadian children's futures for the better by being a friend and a teammate. And the best part is, it’s actually a lot of fun. Volunteer and use your skills to help break the cycle of child poverty! Details:
If you are interested, please apply on our volunteer portal: https://timecounts.app/start2finish/applications/da9c982b-5106-4aa8-9650-d8e908fac3b6 Please note while this is a virtual opportunity, volunteers must be located in Canada. |
| More Info Link | https://timecounts.app/start2finish/applications/da9c982b-5106-4aa8-9650-d8e908fac3b6 |
| Benefits | Why volunteer? - Use your talents: Bring your skills in leading, team building, organizing, planning, etc as part of a team, and develop new ones. - Improve wellbeing: A great way to benefit your own mental and physical wellbeing in a fun environment! - Network: Meet other like-minded people from all different walks of life. Work together and learn from each other. - Make a difference: Most importantly, make a lasting impact by supporting young students for a better future. |
| Clients | Elementary aged children |
| Ages | 15 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
| Areas of Interest | Education Support (Elementary / Secondary) ; Games ; Physical Fitness & Exercise ; Reading / Literacy ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Sports & Coaching ; Team Work ; Working with Children |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Programs run October to May; fall and winter term only available |
| Interaction Level | Small Group ; Virtual Volunteering |
| Minimum Hours | 1.5 / Week |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible - Online |
| Number of Positions | Simcoe County 24 individual(s) needed in total. Volunteers can be located anywhere in Canada as long as they have reliable internet access |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided |
| Police Check | Required |
| Additional Requirements | Police check with vulnerable sector screening is required |
| Start Date | On or after 06 Oct 2025 |