Volunteer Position

Partners in Education Members (positions below)

Pathways to Education is a unique community-based program designed to increase high school graduation rates in designated neighbourhoods. The program offers tutoring, mentoring, financial support, and advocacy to support high school students to successfully transition to post-secondary education, training or meaningful employment. Partners in Education collaborates with the organization to fundraise and facilitate events.

Applications will close on September 26th at 4PM.

Time Commitment

8 month-term from September 2025 to April 30th, 2026 with a time commitment of 3-5 hours/week.

Please see Part 3: Hiring in the HR Policy Manual for in-depth eligibility criteria for the position pertaining to academic standing, work-study positions, exchange status, etc: (HR External Policy Manual)

Role and Responsibilities:

Marketing Coordinator

• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote Pathways to Education's programs and events, increasing awareness and engagement within designated neighborhoods.
• Create and manage content across various platforms, including social media, newsletters, and community outreach materials, to effectively communicate the program's mission and successes.

Sponsorship Coordinator

• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for tutoring, mentoring, and event support, ensuring alignment with Pathways to Education's goals of increasing high school graduation rates.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local organizations, schools, and community groups to expand outreach efforts and strengthen the volunteer network.

Events Coordinator (2)

• Plan, organize, and execute fundraising and community events in collaboration with Pathways to Education, ensuring they align with the program's objectives of supporting high school students.
• Coordinate logistics, manage event budgets, and work closely with volunteers and partners to ensure successful event execution.

If there are any questions, concerns, or personal accommodations required during the application process, please contact the Partners in Education co-Chairs, Olivia Edwayds (chair.partners.ed@ asus.queensu.ca), or Tashai Gardner, the ASUS Human Resources Officer, at hro@ asus.queensu.ca.

ASUS Office

Phone: (613)-533-6000 x75441

Our hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.