Volunteer Employee

Key Role

Volunteer Assists with programs, events and activities organized by school or classroom teacher to support student success.

Role of a Volunteer

School volunteers may be parents/guardians, community members or senior citizens 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
• Aiding in a class, library or school office
• Sharing a special skill or occupation to enrich classroom learning
• Aid in Coaching Sports