Troop Co-Leader Agreement

Troop Co-Leader

Position Description and Agreement
Troop Co-Leaders work in partnership to provide a caring and safe environment while working directly with girls, helping them develop their leadership skills; have the enthusiasm and ability to generate girls’ interest in the ways they can discover, connect and take action through Girl Scouting.

Upon approval, a Troop Co-Leader is appointed for a one-year term that is renewable upon completion of an evaluation process. The position requires an average amount of 20 hours per month.

As a Troop Co-Leader, you will gain knowledge, build teamwork and learn new skills.

Troop Co-Leaders report to the local Service Unit Manager. The Troop Co-Leader receives support, guidance, and encouragement from the Membership Support Manager. They have access to relevant learning opportunities and materials that prepare for and support this role.
As a Troop Co-Leader, I will:*

Welcome, as members of the troop, youth and adults from all racial, cultural, socioeconomic backgrounds and ability levels.Involve troop members in program planning and decision-making.Help the members take responsibility for carrying out the plans for the troop.Organize fun, interactive, girl-led thematic series of activities, addressing current interests.Meet with the group on a regular, agreed upon basis.Acknowledge troop and individual accomplishments through frequent positive reinforcement and recognition.Maintain all troop records and finances. Submit annual financial report by May 31 each year.Attend Service Unit meetings on a regular basis or ensure that your troop is represented at the meetings (a minimum of 3 times a year).Support progression in the Girl Scout Program.Encourage troop participation in Service Unit and Council events.Turn over all Girl Scout property to the Service Unit or designee when terminating the leadership position.Deliver a Girl Scout Leadership Experience that incorporates the Girl Scout Journey and Badge materials.Serve as a positive role model - model positive attributes such as reliability, respect for others, and a positive attitude.Communicate with caregivers and service team on a regular basis with updates related to troop’s progress.Ensure all troop members register as members of GSUSA in a timely manner.
Qualifications and core competencies:

Youth focus: Empower Girl Scouts to choose and adapt activities, learn by doing, cooperate with others, and reflect on what they’ve accomplished (as well as on current issues that involve their interests and needs) while having fun.

Personal integrity: Demonstrate dependability, honesty, and credibility.

Adaptability: Adjust, modify your own behavior, and remain flexible and tolerant in response to changing situations and environments.

Oral communication: Express ideas and facts clearly and accurately.

Foster diversity: Understand, respect, and embrace differences.

Computer skills: Access to e-mail and the Internet, plus knowledge of social media.

Additional requirements:
- Bilingual preferred (if applicable)
- Become a registered member of GSUSA
- Complete required coursework as assigned and provided by Girls Scouts of NYPENN Pathways and GSUSA.
- Special interest Troops/Groups have additional requirements related to the specialty. Depending on the specialty, leaders may be required to provide proof of experience with subject matter or equipment related to astronomy, backcountry camping/hiking, or watercraft.
Required Adult Learning: New Leader Orientation, GSUSA Girl Scouts Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Course, My First Girl Scout Year Learning Path (gsLearn)* (* Recommended, Not Required)

I agree to abide by the terms of this agreement and to adhere to all council policies, standards, and procedures outlined in Volunteer Essentials and the Safety Activity Checkpoints. I understand my appointment is contingent upon the completion of my Girl Scout membership, Criminal Background Check, and final approval by a Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways representative.
Membership Support Manager:*

Caitlin McMonagleErica RaymondLeah BardoBecky WrightMaureen HaydenCallista CarrierRenee RiveraSarah GrahamZekia ShootsMarnie ShaefferJensyn Burton-Penta
Membership Support Manager's Email
example@example.com
Volunteer's Full Name: By typing my name below and submitting this form, I agree to the terms and conditions of Troop Co-Leader volunteer position.*

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Volunteer's Email*
example@example.com
Service Unit #:*
Troop Number or Group Name:*
Troop #:*
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