In-School Mentors   Orillia  Oro-Medonte  Rama  Ramara  Severn 
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orillia and District
Orillia and area
  • Match 1:1 with a student in a local elementary or secondary school for one hour a week for the school year.  
  • Engage in fun activities of mutual interest at school or online and build a friendship with a child who needs a positive role model.
Volunteer Literacy Tutor   Orillia 
Orillia and District Literacy Council
Orillia

Tutors will meet with their own student, 1 on 1, twice per week, to assist with reading, writing, numeracy, computers, and essential skills.

English Instructor / Teacher / Speaker for Newcomers / Immigrants (Virtual)   Orillia 
Welcome Centre Immigrant Services [Central East], Orillia
Orillia
  • Facilitate the English Conversation Circle once a week
  • Teach English to a group of Newcomers
  • Help clients integrate to the community
Fracture Prevention Educator - Barrie & Simcoe County   Orillia 
Osteoporosis Canada [Central East], Simcoe Muskoka - Mailing Address, Simcoe Muskoka Chapter

Be trained to conduct education sessions on fracture prevention to seniors at seniors centres, retirement homes and active living programs.

Volunteer Tutor   Orillia  Oro-Medonte  Rama  Ramara  Severn 
Learning Disabilities Association of York-Simcoe
  • Initial Session: Conduct an opening session with the child and parents to develop a personalized tutoring plan.

  • Planning and Scheduling: Schedule and organize all tutoring sessions in coordination with the participant and program coordinator.

  • Session Management: Direct sessions to build on skills the child is learning in school and provide one-on-one tutoring.

  • Communication: Maintain regular communication with administrative staff to ensure satisfaction of both parents and the child.

  • Student Engagement: Communicate with students to understand their learning needs and create engaging, interactive learning experiences.

  • Academic Support: Educate students on various subjects, assist with homework assignments and test preparation, and support understanding of numeracy and/or literacy concepts using the Ontario curriculum.

  • Strategy Development: Develop and implement strategies tailored to students with learning disabilities and ADHD, focusing on enhancing academic skills and self-confidence.

  • Progress Monitoring: Track and document student progress, providing feedback and adjusting methods as needed.

  • Training and Development: Attend virtual training sessions and meetings as required to stay updated on best practices and program guidelines.

  • Confidentiality: Ensure all student information and records are kept confidential and handled with care.