Volunteer Junior Mentor
Junior Mentors provide a vital service to the First Tee community by decreasing the student-to-instructor ratio in our classes, directly improving our young golfers’ learning experience and at the same time, they build their resumé and real-world career competencies. Junior Mentors will also gain community service hours for school, build teamwork skills, and earn “Leadership Service” hours toward their Ace certification, if applicable. Junior Mentors will work directly with our Coaches and will receive ample support, guidance, and seasonal coach trainings. High School Golfers seeking to fulfill volunteers hours, but are not apart of the First Tee Program, are also welcome to apply! There is no minimum hourly commitment, but weekly communication of availability to your assigned locations Program Coordinator is required.
Junior Mentor Qualifications
Junior Mentors may be chosen based on: participation in First Tee programming, leadership capabilities, and golf knowledge.
- Must be age 13+
- Ability and eagerness to work with children ages 7-9 years old
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong communication skills
- Preferred – Registered and active participant
- Preferred – Active with the First Tee for a minimum of 2 years
- Preferred – Knowledge of the 5 Key Commitments and Rules of Golf
Junior Mentor Responsibilities
- Engage with players in fun and educational activities
- Reinforce and demonstrate the Five Key Commitments
- Supervise children and ensuring their safety
- Communicate with players and coaches
- Assist with events, fundraisers, and tournaments as needed
- Serve as a speaker and ambassador for First Tee
Volunteer Junior Coach
A Junior Golf Coach plays a crucial role in nurturing the next generation of golfers, instilling in them not only the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the sport but also the values of sportsmanship, perseverance, and lifelong enjoyment of golf. Junior Coach nominations will be facilitated by staff, and participants must have previously served as a Junior Mentor.