2024-25 Teton Literacy Center Volunteer Application

Teton Literacy Center Volunteer Application

2024-25 School Year
2024-25 School Year Update

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us this school year! Our volunteers are a critical part of TLC's mission to change lives through the power of literacy. We would not be able to serve over 350 families every year, at no cost, without the support of our robust team of volunteers.

Our volunteer placement timeline will be August to December. Our primary need is for weekly volunteers in our K-12 Literacy Tutors and Adult ESL Small Group Leads. These positions are for the entire duration of the school year, with breaks aligning with the TCSD calendar.

Please spread the word about volunteering to your network! Last year, TLC had over 30 students on the waitlist for one-on-one tutoring. If you know of anyone who would be a good fit - please encourage them to apply!

Volunteer Expectations

Communication and Commitment:
- All volunteers must notify staff at least 24 hours in advance if they are unable to make their scheduled time. Student relationships with their tutor are critical in making an impact. Volunteer attendance and commitment is crucial.
- Tutoring and ESL require a weekly commitment for the entire school year. Tutoring will run weekly from September to May 29. ESL will begin in October, exact dates are still to be determined. Volunteers will be matched on a rolling basis.
  - TLC also follows the TCSD school calendar, and will not have programs on federal holidays or the weeks of Thanksgiving, winter break or spring break. Find the full calendar here: 2024-25 Calendar.
  - If your weekly schedule will change due to sports, travel, work or school later in the year, please know these two programs will not be a good fit unless you can find another TLC volunteer (family member or friend) to reliably cover for you during the entire time you are gone. A replacement volunteer must also complete the entire TLC volunteer application process.
- If volunteers are going to miss more than 5 weeks throughout the school year (outside of program breaks and holidays), we ask them to consider an administrative volunteer role or split their tutoring shift with another friend or family member. This provides consistency and a deeper impact for our students. Tutoring and ESL volunteers with more than three unexcused absences (no call, no shows) may be asked to move to a different program that requires less of a commitment.
CODE OF CONDUCT

Behavior - Volunteers are to treat all students, staff and families with respect. Please be on time and present for each session.
Confidentiality - Any information related to a TLC learner or their families, including their names, is strictly CONFIDENTIAL. Never divulge any information about TLC learners outside of the office or discuss with anyone other than TLC staff.
Boundaries - Taking a personal interest in a student builds trust, when guided by appropriate, professional boundaries.
The following actions are not appropriate for volunteers:
- Loaning money to a student or their family
- Meeting at a location other than that arranged by TLC staff
- Using volunteer sessions to practice foreign language skills
- Giving inappropriate or expensive gifts
- Inappropriate physical contact.
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list, but to establish the parameters of acceptable behavior.

TLC prides itself in being a safe, inclusive space for students of all backgrounds to be their true, authentic selves. TLC staff retain the right to determine the appropriate disciplinary response in all cases when the code of conduct is not followed.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please contact us.

Phone: 307-733-9242

2024-25 Teton Literacy Center Volunteer Application
Name*

First NameLast Name
Are you a new or returning volunteer?*

I am a new volunteerI am a returning volunteer

Personal Information
Email*
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Phone Number*
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Date of Birth*

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Mailing Address*

Street Address

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CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Education Level*
Current Employer*
Gender*

MaleFemaleTransgenderNon-binary/non-conformingPrefer not to respond
Language(s) spoken

Emergency Contact Information
Emergency Contact*

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Emergency Contact Phone Number*
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Emergency Contact Email*
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Logistics and Program Interests

TLC primary need for volunteers is in the K-12 Tutoring program and Adult ESL program. These programs require a commitment of the same day and time for the duration of the school year. If you cannot fulfill this commitment, please select 'other' and you will be prompted to another question about additional opportunities to be involved. In order to support students in making growth, we find that having a steady, consistent and reliable volunteer tutor is key. We also recognize that schedules change and may need adjustments. If you are here for the majority of the school year, with the exception of 5 weeks. We think tutoring would be a great fit. This is where we have the greatest need. If your work or travel schedules don't allow for that consistency, we ask you to think about finding a friend or family member to split the volunteer opportunity with or consider the administrative volunteer role that has ample flexibility.
What program are you interested in volunteering in? (please select all that apply)*

K-12 one-on-one TutoringParent English as a Second Language Small Group TutoringOther (substituting, admin, events, etc.)
Are you interested in volunteering more than one hour each week?*

Yes, I would like to be in Tutoring and ESL.Yes, I would like to have more than one tutoring student.Yes, I would like to be a substitute and support staff with miscellaneous tasks in addition to my one-hour tutoring/ ESL commitment.Nope - one hour is enough for me!
Please summarize any special skills and qualifications.*
Please note any preferences in regards to age group you would like to work with, specific student(s) you would like to tutor, etc.

New Volunteers Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Teton Literacy Center

Teton Literacy Center is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all of its constituencies that it serves. We seek to live and promote these values where a sense of belonging is being prioritized each and every day.
After examining the images below, what is the difference between equality and equity? Why do you think this is important at TLC? *

New Volunteer References

Please list three local, non-family members. For example, an employer, supervisor, teacher, or coach. Two positive reference responses are required prior to volunteering at Teton Literacy Center.
Reference 1*

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Reference 1 Email*
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Reference 1 Phone Number*
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Reference 2*

First NameLast Name
Reference 2 Email*
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Reference 2 Phone Number*
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Reference 3*

First NameLast Name
Reference 3 Email*
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Reference 3 Phone Number*
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Wyoming Mandated Reporter Law
Wyoming state law mandates that any individual over the age of 18 who suspects child/vulnerable adult abuse, neglect or exploitation is required to report their observations.

At TLC, this is extremely rare, but in the instance that you do suspect a student is at risk, you are required to inform a TLC staff member of your observations, or if a student makes a disclosure to you. The TLC staff will then document your observation and work with the family to connect them with resources, including the Department of Family Services, as needed.

For more information about the Mandatory Reproting laws in Wyoming, and possibe signs of abuse and neglect, please read through our manual on our website:
TLC Mandated Reporter Manual.
I understand that I am not required to make the formal report, but I am responsible for communicating with a TLC staff member any suspicions about the physical and emotional safety of the student(s) I am working with. *

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Release From Liability

I am aware that as a volunteer I expose myself to potential hazards which include but are not limited to: accidents, illness, property damage, etc. I am voluntarily participating in this service with the knowledge of the potential hazards involved and hereby agree to accept any and all risks of injury. I agree that my assignees, heirs, distributes, guardians and other legal representatives will not make a claim against, or sue for injury or damage resulting from the negligence or other acts , howsoever caused, by any employee, agent, or volunteer contractor of the organization as a result of my participation as a volunteer. I hereby release Teton Literacy Center and its officers, volunteers and agents from all actions, claims, or demands that I, my assignees, heirs, guardians and legal representatives now have or may hereafter have for injury resulting from my participation as a volunteer. I have carefully read this agreement and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and I sign it of my own free will.
Signature*

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Applicants under the age of 18 require parent initials to consent to their release from liability.

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Photography Consent

The Teton Literacy Center may photograph, interview or videotape you to use for volunteer instruction, marketing purposes and/or program fundraising. Please indicate below whether your writings or photograph may be used for these purposes: Participant does hereby grant and convey unto Teton Literacy Center all right, title, and interest in any and all photographic images, video and/or audio recordings made by TLC during the Participant's activities with TLC, including, but not limited to, any royalties, proceeds, or other benefits derived from such photographs or recordings. I further grant to the Teton Literacy Center and its representatives the right to reproduce, use, exhibit, display, broadcast, distribute and create derivative works of these images and recordings in any media now known or later developed as well as my/their name for promoting, publicizing or explaining the Teton Literacy Center and its activities and for administrative or educational purposes.
Do you consent to your photo being used in marketing materials?

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Please initial if we can use your photo in our marketing materials.

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Applicants under the age of 18 require parent initials to consent to use of their photographs.

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Application Submission
By submitting this application, I affirm that the facts set forth in it are true and complete. I understand that if I am accepted as a volunteer, any false statements, omissions, or other misrepresentations made by me on this application may result in my immediate dismissal.*

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Applicants under the age of 18 need parent/guardian permission to volunteer. By signing below you authorize your child to volunteer at Teton Literacy Center.

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Should be Empty:

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday
Upper Elementary & Secondary	Upper Elementary & Secondary	Lower Elementary	Lower Elementary

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday
3 - 4 PM
4 - 5 PM
5 - 6 PM
5:30 - 6:30 PM

Teton Literacy Center Volunteer Application

2024-25 Teton Literacy Center Volunteer Application

Personal Information

Emergency Contact Information

New Volunteers

Logistics and Program Interests

Miscellaneous Volunteer Tasks

Availability for the 2024-25 School Year

New Volunteers Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Teton Literacy Center

New Volunteer References

Wyoming Mandated Reporter Law

Release From Liability

Photography Consent

Application Submission

Tuesdays
5:45-6:45