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Offer description

Opportunity : Mentorat // Virtual mentoring

Name of organization : Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ottawa

Description :

In-School Mentoring: Volunteers Needed in Prescott-Russell

Our In-School Mentoring Program provides children and youth with a role model and friend to talk to from the familiar space of their own school.

“Bigs” (mentors) and “Littles” (mentees) will share experiences and stories of school and growing up for an hour every week.

HOW MENTORING HELPS CHILDREN

Bonding over a board game, crafts, or hanging out in a playground helps kids reach their full potential. Mentoring programs can help keep kids in school, avoid bullying, and develop greater respect for their family, peers, and community.

This program strives to:

• Provide a role model and friend for children and youth;
• Promote the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers;
• Instill trust and self-confidence to make healthy decisions;
• Encourage leadership skills and independent thinking;  
• And above all, make a difference while having fun.

Time Commitment: 30-60 mins/week for the duration of the school year. The mentoring occurs during the school day with students ranging from grades 1 to 8.

100% Virtual until further notice

This application is for adults (ages 18+). Please apply online at www.bbbso.ca

We are looking for volunteers for the following schools:

• Mother Teresa Catholic School 1035 Concession StreetRussell, Ontario K4R 1G7
• Pope John Paul II Catholic School 3818 Legault Road Hammond, ON K0A 2A0
• St. Jude Catholic School Elementary 5355 Highway 34 Vankleek Hill, ON
• St. Patrick Catholic School Elementary 1001 Heritage Dr. Rockland, ON K4K 1R2613