Description
Hello! Youth in Food Systems and Nurture are recruiting adult Garden Mentor Volunteers from the community to support our youth teams over the summer break.

This volunteer position requires offering 2 hours per week in the garden throughout July & August. We welcome individuals or teams to apply!

Volunteers are not responsible for the success of the garden (the youth are!), but as a Garden Mentor you would be a vital support to the youth team, helping answer questions, sparking curiosity and suggesting weekly tasks. We have a number of positions filled already, and we are still seeking volunteers for the following schools:

Floradale P.S.
Glencairn P.S.
Prueter P.S.
Grand River C.I.
St.Mary's High School
KCI
Glenview Park S.S.

Most of the above schools are located on public transit routes, with the exception of Floradale P.S.

Training / Work Condtions

Training Details: Vulnerable Sector Check required
Training to take place in May and June. Ongoing support from staff throughout the summer.
Working Conditions: Outdoor work in a school garden space. Most of the gardens consist of raised beds with pathways between for accessibility. Some hands-on gardening work will be required, including bending, walking, and using tools as needed. Time in the garden will be spent alongside a group of 3-5 youth aged 10-19.
Accessibility: Accessible work space, Support Newcomers
Transportation: On a bus route