Description
The success of the Brentwood School District depends in large part upon the willing involvement of parents and community members. As indicated in Board Policy IICC:
The Brentwood Board of Education encourages parents/guardians and other members of the community to share their time, knowledge and abilities with our students. Community volunteers in our schools and activities enrich the total education program and strengthen our schools’ relationships with homes, businesses, public agencies and private institutions. The presence of volunteers in the classroom, on school grounds, and at extracurricular activities also enhances supervision of students and contributes to school safety.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Volunteer – A volunteer is an individual who may be periodically left alone with students or who may be granted access to some student education records due to consistent or ongoing responsibilities in the school. Usually, volunteers assist the school on a regular basis. Examples of volunteers include persons who regularly assist in the office or library, mentor or tutor students, coach or supervise a school-sponsored activity before or after school, or chaperone students on a trip.
- Volunteer Sports Coach/Activity Advisor - regularly assists a paid coach or advisor in a sport or other extracurricular activity. Volunteer coaches or advisors work directly with students on activities and techniques. A volunteer sports coach or advisor may be asked to assume the responsibilities of a paid coach or advisor in an emergency.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required
The requirements described below are representative of those that a volunteer encounters while performing the essential functions of this role.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
- Ability, both orally and in writing, to present information effectively and respond appropriately to questions and concerns from colleagues, administrators, parents, and students
- 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/requirements.
- Ability to collaborate with others in the overall school community
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- The noise level will vary depending on the events/activities
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
All volunteers must complete the district’s background screening process, which includes fingerprinting, enrollment in the Family Care Safety Registry, and participation in an annual virtual volunteer training. More details about each step will be provided once your application has been processed.
Volunteering in the district is a privilege, not a right. Volunteers shall act in accordance with district policies, regulations, and school rules. Volunteers shall maintain the same confidentiality standards expected of certificated personnel and exhibit the ethical behaviors of a professional. Although volunteers will provide support services, they are not substitutes for district staff. Volunteers will work under the direction and supervision of district staff. The building principal may ask a volunteer to leave the campus or discontinue service if they violate school procedures or expectations of the district. The superintendent or designee shall be responsible for investigating and resolving complaints regarding volunteers.
