LEGO Science Program Teaching Assistant

York Region Educational Services (YRES) is dedicated to leading community volunteerism as a proud recipient of Canada's Volunteer Award, through providing a wide range of volunteer positions in communities in the Greater Vancouver Area, Greater Toronto Area, Ottawa, and Alberta. We are looking for a LEGO Science Program Teaching Assistant—someone devoted to giving back to their community, making an impact, and who loves socializing. 

The LEGO Science Program Teaching Assistant is responsible for: 

- First point of contact for visitors; greet and answer any questions/inquiries 

- Collaborating with other volunteers and staff to ensure a smooth flow of activities

- Responsible for capturing key moments during the event - for purposes of promotion, social media, and post-event reports

- Assist in set up and clean up of activities; consistent number count of YRES property

- Providing feedback on the event 

- Arriving to the event independently

Location: 

Markham Village Library: 6031 Hwy 7, Markham, ON L3P 3A7

Date & Time: 

Saturday April 11th, 2026

Shift: TBD

Benefits: 

- Volunteer hours count toward OSSD (High School Graduation) 

- Develop and enhance transferrable soft skills like leadership, teamwork, and communication 

- Gain experience and skills that are resumé-worthy

- Free training 

- Free networking opportunities

Who We're Looking For: 

- Minimum age: 12 

-  Able to independently arrive to work on time 

- Passionate about volunteering and excited to learn 

- Can commit to scheduled time of the shift

- Fluency in English

- Highly organized, detail-orientated and capable of managing multiple tasks 

Why you should join us: 

- Earn volunteer hours for your OSSD

- Complete your hours with us and receive the official Certificate of Recognition for Community Involvement in Ontario! 

- Access to networking events with our sponsors and partners