A volunteer operates in a position of trust. Personal information pertaining to students, community members must be kept confidential, as well as conversations between parents, teachers, students and community members.

Communication

Always direct other parents’ concerns to the classroom teacher. It is the school’s responsibility to inform parents of student progress. If problems or concerns arise, first discuss them with the appropriate staff member, the Administrative team.

Work routine:

• Familiarize yourself with the rules and routines of the school and classroom. Please ask questions if unsure about a direction or routine.
• Be open and honest in your communication to the staff and administration. If you feel a problem exists, help to identify the problem and communicate your concern directly to a staff member.

Dependability

The school relies on your support. Follow through on tasks by attending to scheduled times and please give notice of absence whenever possible.

Respect For Others

Children learn from watching you. Practice patience and understanding toward the children and staff which helps learners value and apply these qualities.

Role

At all times a volunteer is there to support the needs of the teachers, students, or program. Observations of staff must never be evaluative in nature, and tasks should be carried out according to the teacher’s request.

Note: It is important that as a volunteer you are realistic about the amount of time that you can offer the school and what you are unable to handle. Being at [Your School] should be a positive experience; however this may not be possible if your commitments outweigh the amount of time or energy that you have available.