Interested in Volunteering?
Looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Ripple Foundation thrives on the dedication of volunteers who believe in our mission and are committed to promoting creative literacy among children and youth.
As a volunteer, you’ll gain valuable experience, contribute your unique skills, and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion.
All positions are virtual—no travel required.
If you’re ready to make an impact, fill out the application form and tell us how you’d like to contribute!
In-Person Workshop Facilitators in Brampton
If you’re interested in hands-on volunteering, check out our current opening for Workshop Facilitators in Brampton!
We are looking for facilitators to deliver our Write It Workshops for children aged 8-14 years at Brampton Public Libraries at these locations:
- Brampton Public Library - South Fletcher's Branch
- Address: 499 Main St S, Brampton
- Date: Sunday, April 13
- Time: 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
- Brampton Public Library - South West Branch
- Address: 8405 Financial Drive, Brampton
- Date: Sunday, April 6, May 4, June 1
- Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Your role and responsibilities are to:
- Deliver the Write It Workshop lesson plan to grades 4-8 students.
- Work with other volunteers during the delivery of the workshop.
- Attend an online training session with other volunteers.
- Collect feedback and comments from. participants to be used for social media sharing.
- Provide feedback to the workshop manager.
What we're looking for:
- A Vulnerable Sector Check is required from the local police.
- Excellent communication skills that are effective with children.
- Engaging and positive interactions with children that maintain their attention.
- Patience working with students of diverse. backgrounds and levels of understanding.
- Interpersonal skills to interact with organization co-ordinators and other peers.
- Teaching experience is an asset.
What's in it for you?
- Make a difference in your community.
- Support children’s literacy and creativity.
- Gain experience working with children.
- Professional development for those who want to pursue a teaching career.
Volunteer Commitment: You will be required to attend an online training to learn the workshop materials. You’ll need to arrive half an hour before the start of the workshop to set up and meet the other volunteers you’ll be working with.
Virtual Workshop Facilitator
Are you eager to ignite a passion for literacy in young minds? We’re looking for volunteers to deliver our Write It Workshops on Zoom, aimed at children aged 8-14, for these dates. Be a part of our vibrant team and make a real difference!
Your Role:
- Inspire and Educate: Conduct an engaging Write It Workshop Series on Zoom for kids aged 8-14.
- Team Collaboration: Work alongside other dedicated volunteers in delivering a memorable workshop experience.
- Training and Growth: Participate in an online training session with your peers to hone your skills.
- Feedback Loop: Gather valuable participant feedback for social media and provide insights to the workshop manager.
We Value:
- Safety First: You must get a Vulnerable Sector Check from local police.
- Communication Maestro: Excellent English communication skills, especially effective with children.
- Engaging Presence: Ability to captivate children’s attention with positive, interactive methods.
- Patience and Diversity: Comfort working with students from varied backgrounds and skill levels.
- Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills for seamless coordination with team members.
- Reliability: A dependable and responsible nature.
- Bonus: Previous experience with children is a plus!
Why You'll Love This:
- Community Impact: Directly contribute to improving literacy and creativity in your community.
- Skill Development: Perfect opportunity for professional growth, especially for aspiring teachers.
- Rich Experience: Gain invaluable experience in child education and engagement.
Commitment:
- Each series includes five 1-hour workshops, scheduled on Saturdays at 1 pm or 2 pm.
- Your commitment: Facilitate at least two series (10 workshops) annually.
- Online training: We provide all lesson plans, workshop activities
- For high school students: Earn 1.5 hours per workshop plus 5 hours for training and prep.
For student applicants, please fill out the application form here.
If you are a high school student, please visit our Youth Volunteer Opportunities page to apply using a separate application form.