Brainworx Virtual Program Coach/Mentor

Our Coaches play a significant role in encouraging children to achieve positive change physically, mentally, and emotionally through fitness and literacy. Coaches build confidence and motivation within children, while reducing learning gaps.

Responsibilities:

We’re looking for reliable, tech-savvy volunteers to support students in Grades 1–6 through virtual sessions. As a Virtual Volunteer, you’ll help create a fun, inclusive, and consistent online learning space where kids feel seen and supported. Join us in creating real impact—one virtual session at a time!

Details:
- October to May (fall and winter term only available)
- 30-40 minute sessions 2x/week (Tues/Wed/Thurs)
- flexible timing, between 3:30-6:30pm EST
- 10-12 participants and 2-3 volunteer coaches per group
- Sessions include fitness, literacy & mentoring activities, with emphasis on building character strengths
- An easy-to-use virtual platform to facilitate programming

Please note while this is a virtual opportunity, volunteers must be located in Canada.

Why volunteer?
- 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.

Skills:

- Verbal communication
- Active listening
- Empathy
- Enthusiastic engagement
- Adjusting to change
- Problem solving
-Time Management
- Group facilitation
- Building relationships
- Teamwork
- Leading by example

Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.

Requirements:

Minimum 16 years old

Willing to undergo a background or police records check

Own laptop with internet access and camera