Volunteer Positions
On Your Mark
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with On Your Mark! Below is a summary of the different positions we have available. Fill in the form at the end of the page and indicate which position you would be interested in. We will contact your for an interview once we receive your application.
**Please note, references will be provided only after completion of a 3 month probation period. References will be provided up to a maximum of 3 years after leaving the program. **
Tutoring & Mentoring
In addition to one on one and small group support, On Your Mark focuses on encouraging participants to expand their circle of support by exposing them to University students and business professionals. It aims to encourage youth to become familiar with post-secondary settings and works with parents to provide information and support regarding the school system.
Some of the additional activities are: Adopt a student Day and Transition workshops for Grades 7 and 12.
How does the program work?
The program provides one-to-one and small group tutoring for students in elementary and high school, grades 1 to 12.
Volunteer tutors are recruited and matched with students considered “at risk”. Tutors and students meet after school and/or Saturday mornings for a minimum of one hour, tutoring sessions are organized around the needs of the individual student- with a focus on literacy and math.
Apart from academics, the program encourages discussion and relationship building between tutor and student. Many of our tutors are also of Portuguese-speaking/ Spanish-speaking descent and many attending post-secondary education, they are role-models to these students and have helped in increasing students’ self-esteem, which have lead to positive changes in students’ attitude towards school and more regular completion of homework, as noted by parents.
The tutoring program typically starts in late October/early November depending on the number of registration forms received. The program runs until the end of May. Parents are contacted by phone once their child is matched with a tutor, in regards to the date their child(ren) will start and their assigned tutoring day for the full school year. Please be aware that all students have various start dates due to scheduling and tutor availability.
Who is eligible for the program?
In order to qualify for the program, students must:
- Be of Portuguese speaking descent OR be of Spanish speaking descent
- Be enrolled full time in school in grades 1 – 12
- Complete and submit a registration form signed by a parent or guardian
- Commit to meeting with a tutor for a minimum of 1.5 hours per week
Volunteer Videos
How to Apply
Commitment Video
How does On Your Mark work?
The program provides one-to-one and small group tutoring for students in elementary and high school, grades 1 to 12.
Who is eligible for the program?
In order to qualify for the program, students must:
What must parents do to be part of the program?
To qualify for the program, parents must:
How do I register my child for the program?
First, parent/guardian, student and teacher must complete a Student Registration Form. This form is available from your school, online, or contact us to get a registration form from our office.
What do I do if my child can’t make it to a session?
If your child will not be making it to one of the sessions, please be sure to contact one of the Program Coordinators by phone at 647-735-5255 ext. 44 or 46 as soon as possible; leave a message if there is no answer. It is important that your child’s tutor is then informed.
Who can be a tutor?
In order to qualify for the program, potential volunteers must:
Key Dates
TBD ( To Be Determined)
