Dorchester District Two Volunteer Application

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND!  

There is something for everyone: Test Monitor, School Office, Media Center, Tutor, School Newsletter, Serve on PTA Committee, Special Events (Field Day, PTA Events, Book Fair, etc.), Classroom Parent, Mentor, and much more. Contact your volunteer coordinator to get plugged in at your student's school. 

We appreciate your interest in volunteering for the Dorchester District Two Volunteer Program. Our district offers a variety of activities you may choose from when volunteering your time. Simply complete and submit a volunteer application and upon approval you will receive instructions on next steps.

It is very important that the information you enter on the application matches your government issued identification card including your full legal name. It is important that you provide a valid email address so you can be notified as to the status of your application and for future communication. All information collected on the application will remain confidential and not be shared outside the volunteer program.

If you have any questions about the application, please request to speak with your school's volunteer coordinator.

Thank you!

 

If you have ever been convicted of a felony (including fraudulent check and DUIs), do not complete this application. Please contact your school’s Raptor Administrator for the next steps to complete a state background check. The Raptor Administrator will contact you with the status of the background check. If you fail to report your felony charge, your status to serve as a DDTwo volunteer will be revoked.

Personal Information

Please select the schools at which you wish to volunteer

Please select how you’d like to volunteer from the list below. (select all that apply)

Not all volunteer opportunities are offered at every school. Check with your school's volunteer coordinator for details.

Please select the organization(s) on behalf of which you are volunteering (if not applicable, select "None")

Please read the agreement below and provide your signature

My statements set forth in this application are true and complete. I understand that all volunteers must be screened to ensure the safety of students in Dorchester School District Two.  

I understand that, as a volunteer, I will be asked to submit to a background check that includes the National Sex Offender Registry. By completing this application, you are consenting to these background checks. 

I understand that all volunteers must adhere to state laws and Dorchester School District Two policies in working with students under the direction of the school staff.  

All volunteers who have contact with students MUST complete this application. 

I agree to adhere to the following Dorchester School District Two guidelines:  

- All volunteers who will work with children or when children are present should attend a Volunteer Orientation Session before beginning their volunteer duties. 

- All volunteers must work with students under the immediate supervision and direction of a teacher or other school staff. I understand and agree that I will not be alone with any student, other than my own student while volunteering. 

- All volunteers must sign in and sign out when volunteering in any Dorchester School District Two school using the school app system and must wear the school generated “Volunteer” ID at all times for safety reasons and to assist in tracking volunteer hours while on campus. 

- Volunteers are not to assume those duties that are the official responsibilities of paid staff. 

- Volunteers will not be placed in the position of having access to student records. Volunteers may only see those records that pertain to their own children. 

- Volunteers are reminded that individual student information is protected by federal privacy laws. Volunteers may not photograph/video any student unless approved by school administration. 

I understand that volunteer programs in all Dorchester School District Two Schools are under the direction of the school principal.  

I understand that I will not receive any compensation from Dorchester School District Two, the school or any individual for serving as a volunteer.  

My statements set forth in this application are true and complete.  I understand that any false statements or omission of facts may result in termination.  

My signature below indicates that I agree to adhere to all Dorchester School District Two and school policies and guidelines pertaining to the volunteer program.  The application cannot be processed unless this agreement is signed.

 

 

Thank You

Your volunteer application has been successfully submitted and will be reviewed per the district’s volunteer policy. In the near future, you will be notified as to your volunteer status. If you have any questions, please request to speak with your school's volunteer coordinator.