Humane Education Volunteer Team Member
(Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, Barrie - 91 Patterson Rd, Ontario SPCA - Barrie Animal Centre)
Opportunity Details: Humane Education Volunteer Team Member
| Contact | Melanie Smith, Humane Education Coordinator, Ontario SPCA and Humane Society; Phone: 1-888-668-7722 ext 327 * 905-960-1752 * 905-898-7122 ext 432; Email: msmith@ontariospca.ca |
| Duties | https://ontariospca.ca/animalsmart/ As a Humane Education Volunteer Team Member, you would deliver presentations (60-75 minutes in length) primarily to local schools. The content for presentations will cover the Ontario SPCA mission and reflect humane education`s goal to inspire compassion, empathy, and respect for all animals, inspiring a connection with animals. AnimalSmart™ presentations take a student-centred approach, aiming to foster meaningful conversations about animals through discussions, videos, and activities with curriculum connections. Previous teaching, presenting or experience working in a school setting would be an asset. -Have good working knowledge of PowerPoint, Google Classroom, and other presentation software. -Ability to clearly communicate instructions to students. -Must provide a clear Criminal and Judicial Matters Check. -A vehicle in good working order will be required for this role. -Must reside within our Animal Centre communities (York, Durham, Barrie, Lennox & Addington, Leeds & Grenville, Midland, Muskoka, Orangeville, Orillia, Renfrew County, Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry, & Sudbury. -Must be able to provide daytime availability (during school hours). -Must be available to deliver 4 presentations a month. -Access to a personal tech device on a secure Wi-Fi network. |
| More Info Link | https://ontariospca.ca/animalsmart/ |
| Benefits | -Gain valuable skills and learn more about animal well-being and our Humane Education programs. -Gain leadership and public speaking skills in classroom settings -Engage in heartwarming and impactful experiences as you empower young minds to be animal advocates. |
| Clients | Children and youth grades 1 to 8. |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Areas of Interest | Animal Services ; Education Support (Elementary / Secondary) |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills - Giving presentation in schools on the subject of Animal welfare for grade 1 - grade 8. ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Leadership ; Patience - Working with children requires patience. ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor - Positive and engaging individuals to give presentations for children and youth. ; Public Speaking - Speaking in front of classes of students ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently - Volunteers are offered presentation opportunities that they will accept and attend independently on their own. ; Working with Children - In classrooms engaging children and youth |
| Commitment Length | Long Term (More than 1 year) ; A commitment of 2-4 presentations a month. Presentations are 1 hour in length. |
| Interaction Level | Small Group - maximum 30 children pre-presentation |
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Month |
| Accessibility | Unknown - It would vary depending on the school. ; Could be designated virtual presenter |
| Location | Multiple regions seeking volunteers |
| Number of Positions | Barrie ; Bradford West Gwillimbury ; Brockville ; Coldwater ; Cookstown ; Cornwall ; Durham Region ; Greater Napanee ; Greater Sudbury ; Innisfil ; Midland ; Orangeville ; Orillia ; Penetanguishene ; Renfrew County ; Simcoe County ; Tay ; York Region |
| Training | Orientation - virtual orientation and constant support available ; Training is provided - virtual orientation and constant support available ; Utilize Google Classroom |
| Transportation | Driver License required ; Car required ; Must have access to vehicle to get to presentations |
| Police Check | Required |
| Additional Requirements | Vulnerable Sector Police Check required. |
| Display Until | 29 Aug 2025 |
| Referrals | 2 |
Agency Details: Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, Barrie - 91 Patterson Rd, Ontario SPCA - Barrie Animal Centre
| Office Phone | 705-728-7311 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-833-926-4625, Animal Welfare Concerns |
| barrie@ontariospca.ca | |
| Website | ontariospca.ca/barrie |
| Address & Map | 91 Patterson Rd Barrie, ON Canada L4N 3V9 |
| Mailing Address | 91 Patterson Rd Barrie, ON Canada L4N 3V9 |