Since the inception of The Teresa Group in 1990, the Volunteer Program has brought together a dedicated group of trained volunteers who assist children and their families through a variety of programs and services.

Volunteer opportunities at The Teresa Group are listed below:

• Volunteers, Transportation via TTC, Leading the Way Program
  

  URGENT NEED for Volunteers, Transportation via TTC - contact us for more details

  There is an immediate need for Volunteers, Transportation via TTC, Leading the Way Program: Transport children to and from home on the TTC to this 9 week emotional support program. During program (10:30 a.m. – noon) the volunteer has free time to shop, read, relax!
  Location: Throughout the GTA.
  Dates: Saturday mornings, mid-April – mid-June (also mid-October – mid-December), for 9 weeks each session. Approximately 3 hours volunteering/week.
  Qualifications:
  - Respect for confidentiality.
  - Reliable and trustworthy.
  - An understanding and ability to work with children of all social, religious and cultural backgrounds.
  - A friendly, caring manner with good listening skills.
   
  
• Volunteers, Tutor/Mentor Program
  

  Immediate need for thttps://teresagr.ipower.com/index.htmlwo Volunteer Tutors at a library near Lawrence Avenue East and Victoria Park Avenue - please contact Constance by email or by phone at 416-596-7703 ex.311

  The Teresa Group has an immediate need for two tutors.
  Location: A library near Lawrence Avenue East and Victoria Park Avenue.
  Day + Time: Tuesday evenings, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. January – June, 2012.
  Qualifications:
  - Experience working with children/youth. Previous tutoring experience an asset.
  - Excellent communication skills in English.
  - Flexible, innovative team player, and self-motivated.
  - College or University education.
  Please contact Constance by email volunteer.support@on.aibn.com or by phone at 416-596-7703 ex.311. Thank You
   
  
• Volunteers, Drivers:
  1. Assist families with transportation to medical or other appointments weekdays on an “as needed” basis.
  2. Transport children/youth to Programs on Saturday mornings for 9 weeks in the spring and fall.
  Location: Throughout the GTA.
  Qualifications:
  - Volunteers must have a car, a clean driving record and $1 million+ third party insurance.
  - Careful and responsible driver.
  - Respect for confidentiality.
  - Reliable and trustworthy.
  - An understanding and ability to work with children of all social, religious and cultural backgrounds.
  - A friendly, caring manner and good listening skills.
   
  
• Volunteers, Special Events
  The Teresa Group has an urgent need for a Volunteer, Special Events to work closely with the Coordinator, Events to organize a “new” fundraiser to be offered April, 2012.
  Location: The Teresa Group office, 124 Merton Street, Suite 104.
  Position starts: Immediately.
  Qualifications:
  - Strong communication skills.
  - Event planning and execution would be an asset.
  - A spirit of hospitality and an outgoing personality.
  - Organizational skills.
  - Enthusiasm and ability to work independently.
  - Awareness and understanding of the work and mandate of The Teresa Group.
   
  
• Volunteers, Special Events:
  Assist staff and a team of volunteers in the planning, organizing and execution of two fundraisers, The Scotiabank Charity Challenge and The Mane Event.
  Location: The Teresa Group office, 124 Merton Street, Suite 104.
  Position starts: Immediately.
  Qualifications:
  - Strong communication skills.
  - Event planning and execution would be an asset.
  - A spirit of hospitality and an outgoing personality.
  - Organizational skills.
  - Enthusiasm and ability to work independently.
  - Awareness and understanding of the work and mandate of The Teresa Group.
   
  
• Volunteers, Buddy Program:
  Spend quality time with a child/youth offering friendly support in a non-judgmental and compassionate way.
  Location: Throughout the GTA
  Position starts: On an “as needed” basis.
  Qualifications:
  - Respect for confidentiality.
  - Reliable and trustworthy.
  - Strong communication skills and a non-judgmental nature.
  - Ability to maintain firm boundaries and to volunteer within the parameters of the role.
  - Understanding and ability to work with children of all social, religious and cultural backgrounds.
  - Friendly, caring with good listening skills.
   
  
• Volunteers, Office Administration:
  Support the professional staff by fulfilling various office duties; including reception, mail-out package preparation, filing, organization of the food bank/clothes bank.