Volunteers are interviewed to explore options for placement. School volunteers are assigned to placements that make use of their skills and experience 6. Training School volunteers participate in an orientation prior to beginning their work which informs them about school policy and procedures, volunteer roles, available assistance and logistics. A comprehensive manual is provided to each volunteer and updated on a regular basis. Initial and periodic training is provided to each volunteer.
Training is integrated and coordinated with district and school staff development.
School volunteers clearly understand their roles and responsibilities and to whom they report. At each site, volunteers are supervised by a teacher or other school staff member or the site volunteer coordinator. Staff who supervise volunteers provide regular feedback to the them and to the district and site volunteer coordinators. The site volunteer coordinator provide regular opportunities for reflection and feedback to volunteers as a group and as individuals. Staff who supervise volunteers provide coaching and guidance to them, including help in complying with school policies and procedures.