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Reach Volunteer Positions

There are several ways to volunteer at Reach Studio. Volunteers help us reach further with our mission, and we could not extend the creative opportunities for children in the community without the help of our wonderful volunteers! Volunteers also benefit from the opportunity to practice skills for future employment and the chance to be a positive force in the community.Each position has its own detailed description with more specific procedures, guidelines and policies that apply to that particular position. Through our volunteer application process, volunteers will be matched with a position that fits their skills and schedule. Click here for a pdf Volunteer Application
                                  
PROGRAM VOLUNTEERS:

SCHOOL YEAR (OCT – MAY) POSITIONS:

Creative Connections Mentor (CCM):
The CCM will work with other volunteer mentors to guide the children as they do planned art activities during the two hour, after school sessions. The CCM will help engage children/participants in the activity by working one on one where needed and encouraging children to do their own projects.  The CCM will assist with preparation and help participants clean up (put away supplies, wash tools, etc.) If interested the CCM will be encouraged to plan and lead an occasional art project idea during a scheduled session.  Creative Connections meets on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4:00 – 6:00.  (Volunteers should plan to arrive by 3:45.)
Time Commitment: 2.5 hours per week for one or more semesters.
Qualifications: Enthusiasm, works well with and enjoys children, self-initiative, appreciates art and creativity. Must be at least 15 years old.

Teen Open Studio Mentor (TOSM):
TOS volunteers will mentor teenage participants in visual art activities once a week, after-school.  These volunteers will encourage the teens to try different art media available at Reach.  The mentor will work with individuals or a small group of teens on a particular art media, encouraging the teens to set and work toward goals in building art making skills.  Teen Studio takes place after-school on Thursday afternoons from 3:00 – 6:00.  (The TOSM should plan to arrive by 2:45)
Time Commitment: 3.5 hours per week for one or more semesters.
Qualifications: Enthusiasm, works well with and enjoys teenagers, self-initiative, background in art or a high level of practice in visual art. Must be at least 20 years old.

Creative Connections Transportation Volunteer (CCTV):
There may be a need for volunteers who are available to help meet and walk (or drive—if transportation becomes available) students from a bus stop or meeting point to Reach between 3:30 and 4:00. The CCTV would meet at Reach at about 3:15 to walk with another volunteer to meet students and walk them to Reach.
Time Commitment: 1 hour per week for one or more semesters
Qualifications: Enthusiasm, works well with and enjoys children, prompt, ability to walk 8-10 blocks. (If volunteer will be driving children, there will be additional requirements with background checks, release forms, and the need for a chauffeurs license)

Art Class Assistant (ACA):
(For Creative Tots, Artsmart, Kids Clay, other) The Art Class Assistant will assist the art teacher by helping with preparation of materials and clean up (put away supplies, wash tools, etc.) as well as helping children stay focused on the activity. This will be done by working one on one where needed and encouraging children to do their own projects.  
Time Commitment: varies with program.
Qualifications: Enthusiasm, works well with and enjoys children, self-initiative, appreciates art and creativity. Must be at least 15 years old--may be exceptions for Creative Tots class..

SUMMER (JUNE - AUGUST) POSITIONS:

Summer Camp and Friday Workshops Intern:
Interns will work with the art teacher during the summer camp sessions assisting with greeting and signing children in, snack time, materials preparation and cleanup, and encouraging the children to stay focused on their art work with positive comments and attention.
Time Commitment: prefer consistent day(s) each week (3.5 hours per week) or 1 week commitment (14 - 18 hours). Some flexibility available depending on volunteer's schedule.
Qualifications: Enthusiasm, works well with and enjoys children, self-initiative, appreciates art and creativity. Must be at least 15 years old.

Summer Teen Studio Intern(s):
TOS Interns will work with other volunteers to mentor teenage participants in different art media of the participant’s choice or according to special projects. (This might include photography, ceramics, printmaking, fiber arts, painting, drawing, jewelry, etc.) Summer Teen Studio takes place weekly on Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays.  The intern will work with individuals or a small group of teens on a particular art media, encouraging the teens to set and work toward goals in building art making skills.

Art Truck Volunteer(s):
ATVs will work with the Art Truckleaders during Art Truck visits to Park Sites, assisting with materials preparation and cleanup, and encouraging the children to participate and stay focused on their art work with positive comments and attention.
Time Commitment: prefer consistent day(s) each week (3 hours per week) or a 1 week commitment (12 hours). Some flexibility available depending on volunteer's schedule.
Qualifications: Enthusiasm, works well with and enjoys children, self-initiative, appreciates art and creativity. Must be at least 14 years old.


OTHER VOLUNTEER POSITIONS (scheduled year-around)

Maintenance and Cleaning Volunteer (MCV): 
The Maintenance volunteer(s) will be scheduled to do regular cleaning of the facility which includes the main classroom, supply and wheel room, bathroom, hallway, and utility area. Several volunteers for this job could be on a rotation schedule.

Office Assistant:      
The Office assistant will help in the office with such things as answering the phone, mailing preparation, printing and copying, and data entry. They may also help with phone calling and flyer distribution.  Volunteers with particular skills in IT may be called upon to assist with computer, software application, and website tasks.

Event Volunteers:
Event Volunteers will act as “ambassadors” for Reach, helping to promote Reach programs at annual fairs and festivals.  These volunteers will set up and/or take down Reach’s table/booth as well as assist with activities being offered to the public.  Activities may include helping passers-by do a small take home art activity, face painting, or art demonstrations, etc.
 
Community Service Volunteer (CSV):
A community service volunteer will assist in a variety of tasks including light maintenance and cleaning. The CSV may also assist in “work day” tasks that may include supply organization, class preparation, office assistance and “spring cleaning” type activities. We can also accommodate small groups of volunteers (3 – 8) who want to do a “Work Day” at Reach.