Running & Reading Club Coach/Youth Mentor (Ecole Polson Park Public School)

Start2Finish is recruiting new volunteers to join us in facilitating our Running & Reading Clubs in 3 Kingston 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: - Molly Brant Elementary: Tuesdays 2:40 - 4:40pm - John Grave Simcoe Public School: Wednesdays 2:50 - 4:50pm - Ecole Polson Park Public School: Thursdays 3:40 - 5:40pm