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About the Position
Position:
3841 - Virtual Coach and Mentor (Junior Coach Program Volunteer)
Organization:
Position Address:
4230 Sherwoodtowne Boulevard, Mississauga, ON, Canada
Location:
Virtual

Goal

Start2Finish provides access to enrichment literacy and well-being supports to marginalized elementary school-aged children living in poverty/deprivation within Canada.


Description

 

Details:

October to May; October to December;

Once a week on Mondays, for 1 hourflexible timing, between 4:30-6:30pm EST 8-10 participants and 2-3 volunteer coaches per groupSessions include fitness, literacy & mentoring activities, with emphasis on building character strengthsAn easy-to-use virtual platform to facilitate programming

January to May (winter and spring term only available) for those are prefer long term commitment.

 

 

A S2F Virtual Coach plays a significant role in encouraging children weekly to achieve positive change physically, mentally, and emotionally through fitness and literacy. Coaches help build confidence and motivation within children, while reducing learning gaps and developing a lifelong love of learning.

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).

We’re looking for reliable, tech-savvy volunteers to support youth in grades 7 & 8 through virtual sessions. As a Virtual Volunteer, you’ll help create a fun, inclusive, and consistent online learning space where youth feel seen and supported. Join us in creating real impact—one virtual session at a time!


    Benefits

    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


    Qualifications

    Leadership

    • Verbal communication
    • Enthusiastic engagement
    • Problem solving
    • Group facilitation
    • Teamwork
    • Experience working with children is beneficial

       

    Min Age: 16
    Max Age: 75   
    Police Check: Required   
    Resume:Not required   
    Driver's Licence: Not required   
    Proof of Vaccination: Not required


    Time Commitment
    This is a Short Term (3 months or less) commitment starting 2026-10-01 AND ending 2026-12-17
    Shifts are available on the following days
     - Monday Afternoon, Monday Evening

    Training

    Training will be provided


    More Details
    Areas of Interest: Education & Learning, Sports & Recreation, Program Coordination, Literacy, Volunteer Coordination
    Accessibility: Fully Accessible Workplace
    Ideal for: Individuals, Groups, Co-op Placements, Older Adults
    Apply before: 2026-09-25



    How to Contact
    Send an Email Message
    Social Media
    http://www.start2finishonline.org
    https://www.facebook.com/Start2FinishOnline/
    https://twitter.com/S2Fonline
    https://www.youtube.com/start2finishonline


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