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Who we are:
The Learning Disabilities Association – Vancouver (LDAV) supports children and youth with diagnosed learning disabilities or delays in their development that are impacting their academic performance in school. Our focus is to provide programs that assist with skill development related to remedial reading, writing, math, and social functioning through individual tutoring or group training. Children from the ages of 4-15 years of age living in Metropolitan YVR area can access services to enhance their learning within our agency.
We provide strength based services with certified Orton Gillingham (OG) tutors, licensed Early Childhood Educators (ECE), and volunteers that are trained specifically to support children and youth with learning disabilities. Families can attend parent meetings with topics relevant to their child's needs and have an opportunity to explore the demands they experience while learning advocacy skills, build awareness of their child's disability, and receive consultation for planning.
LDAV is currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers for valuable positions throughout the Association. If you enjoy meeting new people, are personable, have good communication skills, and are interested in knowing more about learning disabilities, we have several volunteer opportunities below.
Volunteer Positions:
Administrative Assistant: We are looking for a volunteer for general administrative assistance to office staff in completion of various projects. Some duties involve information support for customers, data-entry, photo-copying, phone calls, filing and organization of library. The volunteer in conjunction with the Information and Support Coordinator may also be asked to take responsibility for small projects.
Homework Club Tutors: One-to-One assistance to help children or youth respond to the demands of school and have support to improve their functional academic skills. Tutors provide individual homework support to students. Excellent spoken and written English is required. Training and support are provided.
Call us today 604.873.8139 to discuss your volunteer opportunity!
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Summer Volunteering
- The Learning Disabilities Association is looking for 4 enthusiastic Volunteers to help with our Summer Programs. Each program is described below:
- Art Expression workshop will be filled with fun and challenging art projects that will increase each child’s expressive and creative abilities as well as organizational and social skills. Volunteers will help the Program Leader organize activities for the kids as well as one-to-one support.
- 2 volunteers required
- Dates: July 2 – July 19th
- Time: Monday to Friday, 10am – 2pm
- Age of children: 8-12 years
- Location: East Broadway and Rupert
- Movement and Music workshop will help teach kids how to learn to connect their minds, bodies and senses in an interactive environment. Children will participate in various activities in a safe space where they can learn social skills and work with others while building their self-awareness.
- 2 volunteers required
- Dates: August 5 – August 23rd
- Time: Monday to Friday, 10am – 2pm
- Age of children: 8-12 years
- Location: East Broadway and Rupert
Required
- Current Criminal Record Check
- Experience working with kids
- Be available everyday for the duration of the program
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, please email your cover letter and resume to
info@ldav.ca BY
MONDAY, JUNE 3rd. Please write “Summer Program” in the subject line.
