Literacy Support Volunteer – Meadowgreen Literacy Pilot Program

Name: United Way of Saskatoon & Area
Address: 100-506 25th Street East, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 4A7, Canada
Telephone: 306-975-7700
Price range: CAD

6 January 2026

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Date Posted	January 6, 2026
Expiry Date of Posting	January 20, 2026
Organization Name	Mennonite Central Committee Saskatchewan
Contact Name	Tewodros Gebrehiwot
Mailing Address	600 - 45th Street West
City	Saskatoon
Postal Code	S7L 5W9
Phone Number	306-665-2555
Fax Number
Email Address	tewodrosgebrehiwot@mccsk.ca
Web Site	https://mcc.org/get-involved/volunteer/meadowgreen
Position Title	Literacy Support Volunteer – Meadowgreen Literacy Pilot Program
Job Description	We are seeking volunteers—from high school students to retired teachers and all community members who want to make a meaningful difference—to support children in Grades 2–4 who are reading below grade level. Volunteers will provide one to one reading support to children participating in the Meadowgreen Literacy Pilot Program. This initiative aims to strengthen reading confidence, build foundational literacy skills, and support children who have been disproportionately affected and experience learning declines. Volunteers are essential to creating a safe, encouraging environment where children can thrive. Volunteers will receive training through Supporting Reading Success, a 2 hour workshop delivered by Foundations Learning to equip you with practical reading support strategies and tools. Key Responsibilities • Provide one on one reading support to children in Grades 2–4 • Build positive, encouraging relationships that foster confidence and engagement • Follow simple reading strategies and activities provided during training • Support weekly literacy sessions during the Feb–Mar 2026 pilot period • Early evenings on weekdays depending on volunteer availability • Maintain communication with the program coordinator for support and updates
Skills Required	• Patience, empathy, and interest in supporting children • Basic reading fluency • High school students are welcome; retired teachers and seniors are strongly encouraged • Criminal Record Check required Training Requirements All volunteers must complete: • Supporting Reading Success (2 hour volunteer training) o Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 o Time: 5:30–7:30 PM o Location: To Be Announced Training is designed for all backgrounds—no teaching experience required.
Benefits to Volunteer	• Make a measurable impact in a child’s academic confidence and reading growth • Build leadership, communication, and community engagement skills • Gain volunteer experience for resumes, scholarship applications, or professional development • Be part of a supportive team working to strengthen literacy in Meadowgreen
Days/Times	Weekdays Evenings
Suitable For	Teens (ages 13-17) Seniors
Work With	Children Youths (ages 8-12)
Position Duration	Short term (3 months or less)
Specific Dates	Sessions run for an hour per week during February–March 2026
Application Deadline	January 20, 2026
Application Procedure	Email

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