Volunteer Opportunities

Who is considered a Volunteer?

* Chaperone * Volunteer Coach * Classroom Helper * Mentor

* Anyone who will be working directly with students and is not a paid employee of the District

DEFINITIONS

VISITOR: You were invited to the school to visit for a meeting, open house, or to give a lecture or presentation to a group of students, but you will not work directly with students.
SUPERVISED VOLUNTEER (Level 2): You will work directly with students always under the supervision of an ANWSD staff member. (Examples: a dance chaperone, library reading helper, or someone who comes in to help in a class for a special event.)
UNSUPERVISED VOLUNTEER (Level 3): You will work directly with students but may not always be under the supervision of an ANWSD staff member. (Examples: a volunteer coach, field trip chaperone, or a classroom volunteer who may be left unsupervised.)

FAQ's

Criminal Record Check Criteria

The district will consider information obtained through the criminal record checks and registry checks when weighing the veracity, character and general suitability of individuals to provide services within the ANWSD.

The following background results will generally disqualify individuals from employment consideration within our district. This is not an exhaustive list of disqualifying conditions. Other records not mentioned below shall be considered on a case by case basis.

The Superintendent shall have the sole discretion of determining whether or not the background check result is acceptable.

No individual subject to the checks shall be eligible for hire (or continued employment if employment commences before the results of the checks are received) or serve as a volunteer if they have been convicted of one or more of the following crimes (taken from 16 V.S.A. § § 252 and 1698). Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis at the approval of the Superintendent:

Sex offender crimes listed in 13 V.S.A. § 5401(10) (sex offender definition for registration purposes):
Crimes involving a victim listed in 13 V.S.A. § 5301(7)
Contributing to juvenile delinquency under 13 V.S.A. § 1301
Cruelty to children under 13 V.S.A. § 1304
Cruelty by person having custody under 13 V.S.A. § 1305
Prohibited acts under 13 V.S.A. § § 2632 and 2635
Displaying obscene materials to minors under 13 V.S.A. § 2804b
Sexual exploitation of children under 13 V.S.A. chapter 64
Drug sales, including selling or dispensing under 18 V.S.A. § § 4231(b), 4232(b), 4233(b), 4234(b), 4234a, 4234b, 4235(c), 4235a(b), and 4237
Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults, under 33 V.S.A. § 6902(D)
Sexual activity by a caregiver, under 33 V.S.A. § 6902(D)
Crimes that are cause for licensing actions listed in 16 V.S.A. § 1698(1)(B)-(D)

This list of generally disqualifying crimes is not meant to be all inclusive. For convictions not listed, eligibility to provide service under the contract shall be considered on a case by case basis. The totality of the crimes shall also be considered when determining an individual’s eligibility to provide service under the contract. The decision of the Superintendent in these matters shall be final.

When can I start volunteering?

Do I have to repeat this every year?

Are there any fees?

Welcome! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Addison Northwest School District. We look forward to partnering with you to provide the best possible experiences for our students.

To help ensure the safety of our students and staff, individuals interested in volunteering shall be subject to background checks and screenings before providing volunteer services to the district. Individuals are not able to volunteer unless they have completed the required background check and are on the District’s approved list of volunteers for the corresponding school year.

VOLUNTEER SCREENING AND LIMITATIONS

Individuals volunteering for a specific school event must complete a registration form and background check in order to be added to our Approved Volunteers list. These background checks are required each school year in which you provide volunteer services. District teachers, coaches, and staff may utilize the volunteers once approved.

In order to ensure a safe and respectful environment for our students and staff, the following screening processes will be completed for all volunteers:

Volunteer Registration: Individuals interested in volunteering must register. Individuals may sign up for multiple schools within the ANWSD when registering. After you complete the registration form, you will receive an email confirmation of your submission and must confirm receipt of this confirmation before your registration can be processed.
- Volunteers must register each school year in which volunteer services will be performed. This registration also serves as your authorization for the ANWSD to perform the check.
Online Vermont Criminal Records Check: An online criminal records check will be conducted on all volunteers through the Vermont Criminal Information Center. This online check is conducted and maintained by district office staff each school year in which a person registers to volunteer. However, if a record exists, the principal or director shall be made aware of the record(s) to determine the suitability of the person to volunteer and/or any limitations related to their volunteer service.
Sex Offender Registry Check: The ANWSD also conducts a name and birth date check with the Vermont Sex Offender Registry and National Sex Offender Registry for any person being considered for service as a work study student or volunteer.

***Please note that it takes 4-6 weeks for results of the VCIC Fingerprint supported CRC to be completed. You will not be approved for Level III volunteering until a no record result is received. Be sure to get your fingerprints completed well in advance of any school chaperone plans.***

Volunteer Guidelines

Volunteer Application

Complete & submit the form and you will be contacted to set up a meeting for the background check.

CONTACT:

Glory Martin

gmartin@anwsd.org

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Volunteer Opportunities

Who is considered a Volunteer?

* Chaperone * Volunteer Coach * Classroom Helper * Mentor

* Anyone who will be working directly with students and is not a paid employee of the District

DEFINITIONS

VISITOR: You were invited to the school to visit for a meeting, open house, or to give a lecture or presentation to a group of students, but you will not work directly with students.

SUPERVISED VOLUNTEER (Level 2): You will work directly with students always under the supervision of an ANWSD staff member. (Examples: a dance chaperone, library reading helper, or someone who comes in to help in a class for a special event.)

UNSUPERVISED VOLUNTEER (Level 3): You will work directly with students but may not always be under the supervision of an ANWSD staff member. (Examples: a volunteer coach, field trip chaperone, or a classroom volunteer who may be left unsupervised.)