Woodlands / Regular / Classroom Buddy (Term 1)

Volunteer Requirements:

• 18 years old and above
• Able to commit for 3 months
• Able to speak English proficiently
• Experience in managing or engaging small groups of young children is a plus!

Role Description:

This volunteering opportunity is part of the Joyful Learning programme in collaboration with Etonhouse Community Fund.

Joyful Learning seeks to cultivate the joy of reading among pre-school children aged 3-6 years old.

As a Classroom Buddy you will be facilitating the reading and activity sessions with pre-school children from vulnerable families as part of the Joyful Learning programme. Activities include storytelling, art and craft, song and dance and more. You will also be involved in the befriending of the children. 

All volunteers will be required to attend a half-day training (Saturdays) by Etonhouse Community Fund. Training will cover the following:

• Child Development Basics
• Curriculum Overview
• Classroom Management
• Communication Skills
• Hands-on Training
• Pre-Post Assessment

Training dates: 1 December, Saturday, 9am-1pm, Etonhouse Preschool at Gardens by the Bay