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Description:

About Us:
Learning Buddies Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping elementary school students develop essential literacy and math skills through free one-on-one, after-school mentoring in a fun group setting. We reach children who otherwise would not have the help they need. Our goals are to enhance self-esteem through improvement in academic skills and to ignite a passion for learning in a safe and caring environment.

Position Summary:
-Complete the math/reading and volunteer manual training sessions
-Participate in the orientation during the first week of the programs
-Report to your Program Coordinator and Executive Coordinator
-Prepare lesson materials provided by the organization for each session
-Mentor your little buddy by using the lesson materials prepared
-Track your little buddy’s progress
-Attend mentor meetings
-Complete mentor reports
-Assist in volunteer recruitment

Location:
We offer both online and in-person programs.

How to Apply
Please Visit: https://www.learningbuddiesnetwork.com/mentor-application-form

For any questions, please reach out to julia@learningbuddiesnetwork.com


Qualifications:

Requirements
-Applicants must be either enrolled in school or planning to attend
-Applicants below Grade 10 must have a teacher submit a Volunteer Referral Form (https://www.learningbuddiesnetwork.com/volunteer-referral-form)
-The mandatory training must be completed
-Volunteers must have a criminal record check done before volunteering with children
-Must be located in Canada or the Continental United States


Training:

Asynchronous and synchronous training is provided.


Benefits:

By volunteering with LBN, volunteers take on significant responsibilities and develop leadership, communication, and organization skills. You will have the opportunity to work directly with one child and develop a supportive mentoring relationship that will help foster building their learning skills, self-esteem, and a positive attitude.

At LBN, we nurture the growth and development of our volunteers while offering career opportunities to support their dedication. We are passionate about empowering youth to reach their full potential and achieve their goals, making a lasting impact along the way. Additionally, we provide reference letters and valuable experience for university applications.




Duration: Ongoing

Contact:

Name: Julia Law
Phone: 6473097193
Email: julia@learningbuddiesnetwork.com

Location:

PO Box 27544 Oakridge Post Office
Vancouver , BC
V5Z 4M4

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780-492-4212


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780-492-7924

Email
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Address

Student Life Central
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Students' Union Building
University of Alberta
8900 - 114 Street NW
Edmonton, AB
T6G 2J7