ELEMENTARY AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM VOLUNTEER

POSITION SUMMARY:

Volunteers will assist our free after school program serving a diverse group of elementary-aged students. Volunteers will support our vision for youth programs at LCEC to prepare our youth to be socially and emotionally intelligent and physically safe. Volunteers who thrive in this role focus on building a relationship with youth by getting to know them as individuals, building trust, and being someone youth can talk to about their day. Volunteers are encouraged to share their skills and talents and are welcome (and encouraged!) to take a leadership role in the planning and implementation of programming.

HOURS:

3 hours/week

Shift Options: Mondays-Fridays 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Volunteers could join anywhere between 1 day a week to 5 days a week.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Activities will include:
   1. Homework and academic support
   2. Participating with kids in partnership programs (theater, dance, art, health and wellness, mindfulness, etc.)
   3. Joining the group for field trips when possible
   4. Helping to prepare snacks and meals
   5. Many other fun activities!

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience working with elementary-aged youth.
2. Mature attitude, creativity & resourcefulness.
3. Understanding and appreciation of socio-economically, ethnically and culturally diverse populations.

REPORTS TO: Elementary Program Manager

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit a Volunteer Application & complete informal interview, have a background check on file, complete volunteer training. Timeline for process dependent on timeliness of submission.

1 shift available:

• 15:30 to 06:30 CST