Volunteer Opportunity for high school and 8th grade students
Sunshine is seeking enthusiastic 8th graders and high school students to join us as volunteer teacher assistants for our Sunshine Elite summer camps or afterschool program. We offer flexible volunteer hours, allowing you to choose slots that fit your schedule once your application is approved.
To volunteer at Sunshine, you must meet the following requirements:
1. Be a 8th grader or high school student with a GPA of 3.8 or above.
2. Commit to volunteering for at least 15 hours during the summer or once a week during the school terms.
Why Volunteering Holds Value for You:
1. Gain Valuable Experience: Participating in our volunteer program offers an opportunity to acquire working and tutoring skills. Through a comprehensive 3-hour in-person training session led by our professional educators, volunteers will develop essential communication and mentoring abilities crucial for working with young children. These skills will be put into practice during your volunteer activities.
2. Contribute to Your Community: Your involvement as a volunteer allows you to share your strengths with the community. Many children are still grappling with learning gaps, especially in the aftermath of COVID-19. By dedicating your time, you're making personalized learning more accessible for numerous families. Your mentoring efforts have the potential to positively impact and motivate countless young individuals within our community.
3. Opportunity for PVSA Prestigious Recognition: Engaging in volunteer work also presents the chance to earn the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA), a distinguished national honor that acknowledges volunteer dedication. This award celebrates the most exceptional volunteers and highlights the significant difference you're making through your contributions.
4. Qualify for Sunshine Elite Scholarship: Volunteering hours at Sunshine Elite can help students qualify for various levels of the Sunshine Elite Scholarship.
Application Process:
1. Begin by registering for the "Sunshine Volunteer Signup" on the Sunshine website. Upon signing up, you will gain access to the course "Sunshine Volunteer Application" within your Sunshine account.
2. Proceed to complete your application by following the instructions on the "Class Page" assignment labeled "Submit Application Material". This entails submitting your most recent school transcript along with an essay about yourself covering the specified topics.
3. Sign up volunteer slots. Upon receiving the approval email from Sunshine, you can proceed to schedule your volunteer slots using the scheduling interface available in your Sunshine account.
Instructor:
Shilpa Sharma
