Volunteering your time is easy and rewarding for both you and those with whom you interact. Head Start relies on volunteers to assist with our program’s needs and we have a variety of opportunities for volunteers.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Classroom Volunteer – Assist with developmentally appropriate activities, lesson plans, and special classroom activities.
Food Service Volunteer - Assist with activities performed in the center kitchen and meal times with children.
Office Volunteer – Perform clerical duties, such as word processing, photocopying/scanning, and filing. Answer and forward telephone calls and welcomes visitors.
Speakers/Presenters – Share your knowledge in your area of expertise by presenting your information to student, parents, or program staff.
Manual Labor – (Painting, Landscaping, Repairing) Help to maintain a clean environment in our facilities by cleaning toys, furniture, or office space.
To ensure a safe environment for all, Administration and Center volunteers are subject to a background check before beginning volunteer service. 1302.90, R9-5-203
Additionally, Frequent Volunteers at a Center are required to complete/provide the following prior to volunteering: