Volunteer Training

1. Volunteer Training Kingsport City Schools

2. KCS Volunteer Agreement • Volunteers play a very important role in Kingsport City Schools. • We value our volunteers and the many hours of service they provide. • This volunteer agreement helps protect the safety of our volunteers, students, and employees.

3. Checking In and Out • The first time a volunteers visits our school, they must show identification to the school secretary. • Each time a volunteer enters our school, s/he must sign in and wear the name tag in a visible location. • Sign-in under volunteer and not visitor. • Sign-out when leaving

4. Dress Code • Please remember that any clothing that displays inappropriate messages, fails to cover the midriff, costumes of any kind, clothing that exposes cleavage, or anything else that will create an unnecessary distraction should not be worn. • Examples of clothing that are not recommended: tank tops with spaghetti straps, shirts with alcohol advertisements, mini skirts, etc. • While staff are not allowed to wear blue jeans, volunteers are welcome to do so.

5. Activities • Volunteers may be used for the following activities with principal approval: • Tutoring • Chaperoning or assisting with school/classroom activities and field trips • Coaching • Setting-up equipment and supplies for school functions

6. Classroom and Hallway Etiquette • Teachers are very busy teaching our students. We try very hard to limit the amount of interruptions in the classroom. Please never visit the classrooms without the teacher’s prior permission. • This includes knocking on classroom doors, distracting students, initiating conversations that distract from the task at hand, etc.

7. Etiquette continued… • Our students are working hard to remember how to walk quietly in the hallways. It is important for adults to remember to set the example and travel quietly in the hallways. • Our students love to say hello when they see a friend. When passing a class in the hall, a smile is appreciated from our volunteers, but remember the goal is for the students to remain quiet.

8. Tutoring • Volunteers who are visiting the school are very appreciated. Please ask for assistance if you feel you do not understand the assignment asked of you. • Volunteers will never be asked to be alone in a room with a child. Please never place yourself in this situation.

9. Behavior • Correcting the behavior or actions of students is not the responsibility of a volunteer. • If behavior is a concern, let school personnel know immediately.

10. Computer Acceptable Use Policy • The Board of Education Computer Network Acceptable Use Policy must be reviewed and signed if the volunteer tasks require computer use.

11. Safety • All facilities have safety plans in place for emergencies. • Please check with the school secretary regarding procedures for safety to include: • Building Lockdown (intruder) • Fire • Weather Situations

12. Important Things to Remember • Never work with students in secluded areas. • Do not share your personal contact information with students. • Pictures of students are not permitted. • Keep appropriate body distance and use appropriate gestures (high five instead of hug). • Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information. • Never assume the responsibility of the supervision of a class.

13. Important Things to Remember • Voice concerns to the supervising teacher or administrator if you are uncomfortable with a task. • Follow the Computer Acceptable Use Policy. • Smoking, vaping, or electronic cigarettes are prohibited on school grounds. • No weapons are permitted on school grounds. • Do not take students outside of the designated work areas. • Any adult that suspects or has knowledge of child abuse or neglect must, by law, report it.

14. Thank you for your volunteer time and service. It is greatly appreciated!