Kids' Zone Volunteer
(Uxbridge Farmers' Market)
Opportunity Details: Kids' Zone Volunteer
Contact | Gabi, Manager, Uxbridge Farmers' Market; Email: uxbridgeFM.manager@gmail.com |
Duties | The Uxbridge Farmers' Market offers a variety of interactive programming for kids to enjoy while their families shop at the market. These include but are not limited to sensory play tables, colouring sheets, scavenger hunts, and simple arts and crafts. Volunteers attending the Kids' Zone are responsible for:
The Uxbridge Farmers' Market runs 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday rain or shine - volunteers must dress for the weather as the market is outdoors. The Kids' Zone is NOT a daycare service and children are not to be left in the care of the Kids' Zone Volunteer. |
Benefits | Become a part of the Uxbridge Farmers' Market family! We are a tight-knit community of Uxbridge locals who are passionate about supporting our area's farmers and small businesses. Have fun and connect with the wonderful people who make, bake, and grow your food and more. |
Ages | 14 year(s) and up |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
Suitable For | Anyone ; Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Youth (12-18) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a hearing impairment ; Persons with a mental disability ; Persons with a physical disability ; Persons with a visual impairment ; Men ; Women ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Individuals |
Areas of Interest | Arts & Crafts ; Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Culture & Heritage ; Event Coordination & Support ; Manual Labour / Physical Labour ; Nature / Environment ; Seasonal Support (Fall) ; Seasonal Support (Spring) ; Seasonal Support (Summer) ; Seasonal Support (Winter) ; Youth & Activity Camp Support ; Youth Engagement |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Creativity - Creative input re: arts and crafts, activities welcome! ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Mentoring & Training - Ability to give basic instruction repeatedly ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently - Manager will always be on site for support ; Team Work - May work with other volunteers at times ; Working with Children |
Commitment Length | Short Term ; Long Term (Minimum of 6 months) ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) |
Interaction Level | Large Group - patrons will continually cycle through as they shop the market |
Dates and Times | Sunday: Morning, Afternoon (7:30-11 a.m./11a.m.-2:30p.m.) |
Seasons | Year Round - we host markets throughout the entire year; regular market season runs May through October |
Accessibility | Partially Accessible - Wheelchairs and strollers are able to access event grounds, however terrain is rough and uneven in some areas. ; Designated parking at entrance |
Number of Positions | Brooklin ; Cannington ; Durham Region ; Port Perry ; Uxbridge (Township of) 6 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Training is provided - Minimal training, ongoing support ; Training on the job |
Police Check | Not Required |
Liability Insurance | Not Available |
Start Date | On or after 05 May 2024 |