Volunteer - Art Instructor for Children

at  Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services

Position: Volunteer - Art Instructor for Children
Job Classification: Volunteer
Location: 3225 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1J 2H7
Terms: On average 1.5 hours per week, minimum commitment of 2 months
Thursday from 3:30pm-5:00pm

QUALIFICATIONS

• Skills and experience in leading arts and crafts programs for children
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs and issues facing young children, specifically newcomers to Canada
• Punctual and responsible

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
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  No phone calls please

• Deliver art lessons for newcomer children using a variety of art mediums
• Coordinate lesson plans with Polycultural’s Youth Facilitator in advance
• Assess the abilities and interests of children and adjust programming as needed
• Encourage participants and act as a positive role model
• Assist with program preparation and clean up
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy