OBJECTIVE |
A volunteers responsibilities include completing tasks assigned to them in support of AAMA Childcare Centers high standards and values. In addition to assigned tasks the volunteer is expected to demonstrate professionalism arrive on time and follow instructions.
Some of a volunteers duties might involve monitoring activities preparing materials helping with classroom setup cleaning up after an activity or working jointly with childcare workers.
When volunteers are on duty their dress is required to conform to theChildcare Centers dress code.
IMPORTANT GUIDELINES |
All Volunteers will be required to complete a Background Check and Drug will check in at the front desk upon arrival at the childcare center. This record allows the center to know who is in the building.
Volunteers will wear name badges provided by thechildcare center as a security measure and as recognition of its value on its volunteers.
Volunteers will learnthe centers procedures and follow them.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS |
- Problemsolving.
- Organize and distribute classroom materials.
- Distribute classroom materials to students needed for activities.
- Interact with students.
- Be a positive example.
- Communication coordination collaboration and cooperation.
- A good volunteer is consistent dependable interested in making a difference respectful and appreciative of teachers and students and faithful to commitments.
- Volunteers are role models for students in behavior speech and dress.
PROFESSIONALISM |
- To be punctual and be available during official working hours.
- To comply with AAMA policies standards rules regulations and procedures.
- To take precautions to protect equipment materials and facilities.
- To participate responsibly in the Childcare Centers improvement initiatives.
- To demonstrate timeliness and attendance for assigned responsibilities.
- To work collaboratively with other professionals and staff.
- To provide and accept evaluative feedback professionally.
- Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about personnel and students.
PREFERRED TECHNICAL SKILLS |
- Familiar with the basic functions of a computer.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE |
- Previous volunteer experience within a childcare setting.
- Experience with caretaking of young children and infants.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES |
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.
- Good organizational skills and ability to follow established processes.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Effective communication skills and a positive cooperative attitude.
- Active Listening.
- Reading Comprehension.
- Time Management.
- Social Perceptiveness.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work effectively with students.
- Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal).