After School Volunteers - SPARKS Program

Description: After School Volunteers

SPARKS is an after school, neighborhood based program for elementary and middle school age students provided by Orono School District and coordinated by the Community Education department. The goal is to provide another intervention that provides extra time and support to help our district close the achievement and opportunity gap for kids who have academic needs. A licensed teacher, the site coordinator and community mentors work to create connections, provide academic support, teach/coach organizational skills and encourage students.

Job Summary

• Volunteer mentors connect with students through reading, homework, games and enrichment activities after school.
• The role of the volunteer is to be a caring adult in the lives of students and to encourage them.
• The time committment is 1-4 hours per week after school Monday-Thursday.
• Volunteers work one-on-one or in small groups with elementary or middle school students.

Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Enjoy working with youth
• Self-directed, flexible and patient
• Ability to work effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds
• High School student or older
• A clear background check is required

Availability: 1-4 hours per week, 3-5 pm, M-Th

Working Conditions: Program held at a community location two days a week.

Qualifications Bargaining Group and Level: NA

Application Procedure:

All applicants must apply online at:

District Website: www.oronoschools.org

Contact:

Supervisor: Genna Torney, Youth Development Coordinator 952-449-8338 ext. 6350 genna.torney@orono.k12.mn.us

Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources 952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us