Key Role - Volunteer

• Assists with programs, events and activites organized by the school or classroom teacher to support student success.
• Works cooperatively as a reliable team member to complete volunteer assignments.
• Understands the ethical and legal responsibilities involved and maintains strict confidentiality regarding the privacy of student records, students and school personnel.

Role of a Volunteer

School volunteers may be parents/guardians, community members, senior citizens or upper grade students whose participation supports a school program, activity or event.

How much time and commitment is involved depends on a volunteer's availability. And, it can range from one time only assignments to monthly, weekly or daily volunteer activities to meet the goals, needs and priorities of a school to help ensure student success.

Assignments might involve activities such as:

• Tutoring and mentoring students
• Supervising lunchrooms and playgrounds
• Assisting in a class, library or school office
• Sharing a special skill or occupation to enrigh classroom learning
• Preparing materials or assisting with a school program, acitivity or event.