School Volunteer

School Volunteer

Location:

Various Schools, Omaha, Nebraska

Reports To:

Building Principal

Job : 5804995

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

The purpose of this volunteer position is to provide meaningful support to the educational and extracurricular programs of schools. Volunteers will assist staff in delivering high-quality learning experiences, contribute to the smooth operation of school activities, and help foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all students.

Omaha Public Schools defines a volunteer position as an unpaid role with no salary, benefits, or mileage.

• Classroom Support:
  Assist teachers with instruction, work with students individually or in small groups, assist in the library, work on special projects, prepare lesson materials, build student confidence.
• Library Assistant:
  Shelve books, clean materials, assist with programs, help locate books, organize materials, create displays, support literacy.
• Lunchroom/Recess:
  Ensure student safety, facilitate mealtime, assist with food packaging, mediate playground activities, enforce safety rules, help with cleanup.
• Field Trips:
  Ensure student safety, supervise small groups, foster engagement, assist teachers with logistics.
• Coaching:
  
  Assist coaching staff in planning and supervising safe, age-appropriate practices and games, teach sport fundamentals, promote sportsmanship, teamwork, fun, and serve as positive role models, ensure safety and adherence to league rules.
• Office/Clerical:
  Provide administrative support, filing, scanning, photocopying, organize documents, front‑desk duties, answer phones, greet visitors, sort mail, assist with special projects or events.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read text and have a proficient command of written language.
• Ability to pass a background check if working with students outside the presence of a certified staff member.
• Ability to communicate politely and effectively.
• Ability to maintain a calm and steady disposition throughout the learning process.

• Will have contact with personnel within the district.
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Will work under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher or building principal.
• Must maintain a patient and encouraging demeanor when working with diverse student groups.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to student needs and maintain a positive attitude toward all staff and students.
• Must adhere to district policies, child protection policies, and safety protocols.

• Volunteers are expected to be available for all scheduled hours unless they have notified the school about any changes.
• Consistent attendance is essential. Changes to scheduled hours must be approved in advance by the volunteers’ supervisor or building administrator.
• Volunteers should arrive dressed in a way that presents a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is suitable for the activity.

During the online application process, the building principal will determine the clearance level for the volunteer activity.

• Level 1: Activities conducted at the school, no student contact, e.g., research projects, clerical work in the school office.
• Level 2: Activities in a group setting with a certified staff member present, e.g., classroom volunteer, campus activities such as Room Parent, library aide.
• Level 3: Requires background check and Talent Services approval, involves one-on-one student contact, e.g., tutoring, field trips, chaperoning, coaching, mentoring.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, or economic status in its programs, activities, or employment. It provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Talent Services at .

Thank you for your application to be a volunteer in our schools! Together, we can create a brighter future for our students!