Volunteer Workshop Facilitators

Job summary

Lead weekly wellness and STEM workshops for youth, guiding participants through technology projects and activities that support emotional awareness, healthy habits, confidence, and teamwork. Create an inclusive learning environment, provide individual support and mentorship, assist with workshop logistics, coordinate with program staff, and follow safeguarding policies.

Job details

EmpowHERto | Programming Department | Toronto, ON M6P 1Z2 (Hybrid Remote) EmpowHERto is looking for passionate, energetic Volunteer Wellness and STEM Facilitators to help deliver programming for BIPOC students ages 13 to 17. You will create a warm, encouraging space where participants build confidence, strengthen their well-being, and explore coding, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data analytics, digital literacy, and other emerging technologies. Whether you are a seasoned tech professional, a wellness practitioner, a university student, an educator, or a STEM or wellness enthusiast, this is your chance to inspire the next generation of innovators and leaders. What You'll Do Lead weekly wellness and STEM workshops and learning activities Guide students through practical coding and technology projects Facilitate wellness sessions that build emotional awareness, healthy habits, and self confidence Build an inclusive, welcoming, and lively learning environment Spark creativity, problem solving, and teamwork Offer one on one support to students during activities and projects Help with workshop setup, materials, and technology Partner with Program Coordinators and fellow staff members Track attendance and share participant feedback when requested Serve as a positive mentor and role model Uphold all safeguarding and organizational policies Programs You May Support STEM Programs CodeHER: Introduction to Coding AI4HER: Artificial Intelligence and Prompt Engineering Data4HER: Data Analytics and Visualization Finance4HER: Financial Fundamentals STEM Career Exploration Workshops Wellness Programs Wellness Workshops: Emotional intelligence, mental wellness, healthy habits, and self care Who You Are Curious about or experienced in STEM, technology, wellness, health, education, or a related field Experience working with youth is an asset A strong communicator who connects easily with others Patient, encouraging, and enthusiastic as a teacher Comfortable with laptops and online learning platforms Skilled at explaining technical and wellness concepts in simple, engaging ways No teaching certification is required. Training and curriculum are provided. What You'll Gain Volunteer hours and a letter of reference upon successful completion Leadership and facilitation experience Professional development and training Networking opportunities with industry professionals Hands on experience supporting community STEM and wellness education The chance to make a lasting difference for young women building careers and healthy futures Time Commitment 4 to 6 hours per week, including facilitation and prep work Minimum commitment of 6 months Virtual facilitation Screening Requirements Successful interview Vulnerable Sector Check, if required by program location Completion of volunteer orientation and training Agreement to EmpowHERto's Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy Core Competencies Communication, Leadership, Collaboration, Adaptability, Problem Solving, Reliability, Cultural Competency, and Youth Engagement I used a general line for the wellness programs since I did not have the exact names. If you have specific wellness workshop titles, send them over and I will list them the same way as the STEM programs.

What you’ll do

Lead weekly wellness and STEM workshops for youth, guiding participants through technology projects and activities that support emotional awareness, healthy habits, confidence, and teamwork. Create an inclusive learning environment, provide individual support and mentorship, assist with workshop logistics, coordinate with program staff, and follow safeguarding policies.

Requirements

Applicants should have an interest in or experience with STEM, technology, wellness, health, education, or a related field; youth experience is an asset. Strong communication, patience, enthusiasm, comfort with laptops and online learning platforms, and the ability to explain concepts clearly are expected; no teaching certification is required, and training is provided.

Benefits

• Volunteer Hours
• Letter Of Reference
• Leadership And Facilitation Experience
• Professional Development And Training
• Networking Opportunities
• Hands-On Experience

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Communication
• Leadership
• Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Problem Solving
• Reliability
• Cultural Competency
• Youth Engagement
• Workshop Facilitation
• Mentoring
• Coding
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cybersecurity
• Data Analytics
• Digital Literacy
• Wellness Education

Job areas

• Education
• Technology
• Social Services
• Data & Analytics