Youth Volunteer - Skating Programs

Skating Program Volunteers assist leaders with preparing and implementing a variety of skating programs for children ages 3-5Y or 6-12Y.

• Arrive on time and ready for shift wearing proper uniform including a CSA-certified winter helmet and properly fitted skates (volunteer must provide their own)
• Looking over the lesson plans so you are aware of the activities scheduled for that day.
• Welcome participants and customers as they enter the space or program.
• Actively participate in all program activities and interact positively with children.
• Providing assistance to participants in developing and practicing new skills.
• Aid in the set-up and take-down of any equipment associated with the program.
• Supervise the participants and ensure they are following safety rules and guidelines both on and off the ice.
• Be aware of safety and emergency procedures.
• Willing and adaptable to learning new processes and following procedures.
• Assist by being a great role model: listen to the leader(s), sit with the group during instructions, etc.
• Help with any demonstrations or instructions as requested by the leader(s).
• Give positive feedback to participants.
• Regularly check messages and maintain communication with supervisors.
• Be responsible for logging hours on appropriate time sheets.

• September – June.
• September-June: 1 shift/week on Saturday mornings only.
• Shifts are 2-3 hours long.

• Between 13 and 17 years of age.
• Completion of minimum of Emergency First Aid with CPR C or Bronze Medallion.
• Completion of Volunteer Training – Provided by Westside.