Volunteer - H.Y. Livesay Middle School

Volunteers in grades K-12 serve as vital links between the community and the school, supporting student success through academic assistance, athletic support, and event coordinator. Volunteers generally work under the direct supervision of full-time staff members to supplement and enrich programs without replacing official employee functions.

Core Responsibilities Academic Support :

Provide instructional assistance and tutoring for students.

Tutoring/Mentoring :

Help students individually or in small groups with academic subjects.

Classroom Assistance :

Help teachers with preparing materials, reading to classes, and setting up science experiments.

LibraryOffice Support :

Assist with shelving books, collection maintenance, or general clerical and housekeeping tasks.

AthleticsPhysical Education :

Support school sports and physical activities.

Sporting Events :

Man sign-in tables, assist with field days, or help coordinate extra-curricular activities.

CoachingInteraction :

Some programs, such as those at the Science Hill High School community service partners, seek volunteers for athletics, coaching, or umpiring.

PE Support :

Assist in "Specials" like Physical Education to help manage student behavior and ensure safety during physical activity.

EventsSchool Functions :

Help organize and supervise broader school activities.

Event Hosting :

Serve as a host for school functions or assist with PTO-sponsored events.

Chaperoning :

Accompany and supervise students during field trips and travel events.

SafetySupervision :

Supervise lunchrooms, playgrounds, and bus loading/unloading zones.

RequirementsQualifications Background Checks :

Must pass a thorough criminal background check, often involving TBI/FBI fingerprinting.

Age :

Adult volunteers must typically be at least 18 years old; student volunteers (upper grade students) must be at least 16 years old to work independently in some settings.

Confidentiality :

Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records and privacy as mandated by ethical and legal standards.

TrainingOrientation :

Participation in a school orientation or regular in-service training sessions is often required.