Volunteer

Girls Inc. of the Valley is always looking for volunteers! If you are interested in learning more about upcoming volunteer opportunities, please fill out the form below.

Mariposa Center Program Volunteers

Once a week (3 hours), seasonally

Girls Inc. of the Valley is accepting applications for Mariposa Center Program Volunteers.  This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with elementary school girls in a creative and fun environment while gaining experience in a nationally recognized, nonprofit youth development agency.

This is an approximately 3 hour per week placement for the duration of a program season. Volunteers will commit to one day a week, each week of the program session (summer, fall, spring). Must be 16 years of age or older.

Girls Inc. of the Valley Mariposa Center Volunteers will:

• Receive training in the Girls Inc. mission, curriculum, and related materials.
• Learn group and program facilitation skills, including classroom management, team-building activities, and set up and clean up methods.
• Provide support and mentorship to program participants to assist with their growth and learning.
• Maintain cleanliness of common areas and storage closets.
• Support an environment that inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold at all times.

Skills preferred:

• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with Girls Inc. staff.
• Experience with program facilitation, or desire to learn necessary skills.
• Confidence with discussing contemporary topics affecting girls’ lives.
• Responsible, committed, and reliable – we’re depending on you!
• Must be able to pass EEC Required Background Records Checks – CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting.

Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred.

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