School Program Leader

Organization Details
Organization Name: FortWhyte Alive
Address: 1961 McCreary Rd
Winnipeg MB  R3P 2K9
Website: http://www.fortwhyte.org/
Organizational Description: Through our 660-acre reclaimed urban green space, FortWhyte Alive brings people together to share unforgettable experiences and build sustainable relationships with nature and each other.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Description of Duties: FortWhyte Alive is looking for volunteers who enjoy the outdoors and understand the importance of equipping future generation for sustainable living. As a program leader, volunteers receive training and ongoing guidance in areas of social history, environmental education and outdoor adventure. Volunteers have an opportunity to share their teaching and leadership experience, meet new people, and learn new skills while staying active.
Skills Required: * Interest in nature and the outdoors
* Enthusiasm
* Enjoyment of children and/or youth
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skill
* Educator background an asset
Skills Gained/Related Careers: * Opportunity to share your teaching and leadership experience
* Meet new people who are also devoted to nature and outdoors
* Learn new skills while staying active
* Feel appreciated and have fun.
Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment: Daytime
Commitment is half day per week. Shift range from 2 to 4 hours during the weekdays from September to June.
Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Are fulfilling volunteer hours for credit
Speaks French
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Evaluation
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply: Online: www.fortwhyte.org/support/volunteer/
Closing Date: Sep 30, 2023