Volunteer

The success of the Brentwood School District depends on the involvement of parents and community members. Volunteers enrich the education program and strengthen relationships with homes, businesses, public agencies, and private institutions. Their presence enhances student supervision and contributes to school safety.

About the Role

A volunteer is an individual who may be periodically left alone with students or granted access to some student education records due to consistent or ongoing responsibilities in the school. Volunteers typically assist on a regular basis.

• Regularly assist in the office or library
• Mentor or tutor students
• Coach or supervise school-sponsored activities before or after school
• Chaperone students on trips
• Volunteer Sports Coach/Activity Advisor: Regularly assist a paid coach or advisor in a sport or extracurricular activity, working directly with students on activities and techniques. May assume responsibilities of a paid coach or advisor in an emergency.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties with awareness of school expectations and requirements
• Collaborate with others in the school community
• Act in accordance with district policies, regulations, and school rules
• Maintain confidentiality standards expected of certificated personnel
• Exhibit ethical behaviors of a professional
• Work under the direction and supervision of district staff

Skills

Communication Skills

• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from colleagues, administrators, parents, and students, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, staff, and parents through oral and written communication
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with business partners, administration, staff, and students

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform duties with awareness of school expectations and requirements
• Ability to collaborate with others in the school community

Environmental Conditions

The noise level will vary depending on the events and activities.

Background Screening Requirements

• Complete the district’s background screening process, including fingerprinting
• Enroll in the Family Care Safety Registry
• Participate in an annual virtual volunteer training

Volunteering in the district is a privilege, not a right. The building principal may ask a volunteer to leave the campus or discontinue service if they violate school procedures or district expectations. The superintendent or designee shall be responsible for investigating and resolving complaints regarding volunteers.