If you believe everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve their literacy goals, you share the vision of VLC!
Our work depends on the contributions of our volunteers who help with several aspects of VLC’s activities, from tutoring to administration and Board membership. We offer a range of opportunities for you to make a rewarding contribution as a volunteer. Previous experience is not essential for many of these positions. All volunteers are trained and guided by the program coordinator.
Please consider becoming a VLC volunteer in one of the areas described below. A general application form is provided at the bottom of the page.
If you would like to have a chat with us while you are considering joining VLC, please feel free to call our office. We would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
Tutoring
Learning support at VLC takes various forms. Facilitation can be 1:1 or in groups, online or in-person. Locations used are schools, public libraries, public cafes, partner agencies and the VLC office. Depending upon the programs, frequency may vary. Normally 1:1 sessions take place weekly, while group sessions may be twice a week.
Be sure to visit the Child and Youth Programs and Adult Programs webpages for more details.
Board and Committee
VLC has a maximum capacity of 12 Board Members; a very hands-on group of community-minded individuals. Backgrounds include: educational, financial, HR, legal, managerial, governmental and non-profit.
If Board work is not your cup of tea and you prefer projects, then perhaps joining a committee is preferable. We have different projects ongoing, in order to assure quality of service and the sustainability thereof. Our committees are:
- Fundraising and Communications
- Programs
- Governance and Administration
- Finance
Administrative and Managerial Support
VLC is a small organization, and volunteer help for administrative work is appreciated. Volunteers can help in general administration, media relations, social media, database work, grant writing, or event planning and logistics.
Steps to begin your volunteering journey with VLC:
1. Fill out and submit the Volunteer Application Form and Code of Conduct to [email protected]
2. Request 2 reference letters (guidelines in the Volunteer Application Form)
3. Once received we will respond to book a time for an interview in which we will get to know each other and have the opportunity to ask any questions we may have.
4. If required (depending on the type of volunteering you wish to do), you will be given a code and asked to return a completed Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check. There is no charge for this service for volunteers, and if completed online (our preferred method) CRCs are generally received by our office within a few weeks. Instructions are also in the Volunteer Application Form. If you can not complete the request for a CRC online please contact the Volunteer Coordinator to request a manual process.
5. Once the above is complete, and a little paperwork is done, it’s time to train you and match you with your chosen volunteer experience.
Ready to volunteer?
Fill out our volunteer application form!