Volunteer Lead needed in Kent for After School Program

Our leads are of vital importance to our education program. A Lead will delegate tasks handed down from staff to general volunteers and keep track of pertinent information regarding the program to report to the Volunteer Coordinator. They will help write lesson plans (which they can do remotely) and help staff teach and guide children. Leads will also take part in training and workshops related to education and other relevant job skills and bring those skills back into the information to other volunteers.

Estimated Time Commitment: We can be flexible, but would prefer 4 – 6 hours a week

Program Hours

After School Program

• Monday through Thursday
• Mon, Tues, Thurs 4:30 – 6:30 pm
• Wed 2:00 -4:00

All Volunteers must submit to and pass a background check.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Helping with homework or Tutoring (if desired).
• Participate in and potentially lead discussions among students on approved topics.
• Demonstrate and instruct lesson plans as needed.
• Help write lesson plans, as needed.
• Offer feedback on lesson plans, curriculum and activities.
• Lead students through the approved schedule, from one activity to the next.
• Stay with students up to about 15 minutes after class until parents pick them up. (There are policies in place to prevent staying later than this).
• Manage the other volunteers and delegate tasks.
• Communicate volunteer needs and complaints and pass on to the Coordinator and to site staff as necessary.
• Take part in professional development opportunities (paid for by the organization), such as workshops and implement learning in the program.
• Occasionally come to team meetings to provide feedback.

Skills:

• Leadership
• Presentation and public speaking
• Cleanliness and organization
• Time management
• Teamwork/collaboration
• Ability to motivate
• Empathy and patience
• Adaptability
• Physical and emotional stamina
• Problem-solving
• Communication (verbal and written instructions)
• Creativity
• Accountability
• Cultural sensitivity

Benefits:

• Professional development in the form of workshops and lectures. (Paid for by the organization).
• A leadership role with flexible schedule and autonomy.
• Recommendation letters/references.
• Networking opportunities at SYFC events and meetings.
• Opportunity to shadow someone in the organization to develop skills.