SKSR does not endorse any of these opportunities. They are placed here as possible volunteer opportunities.
Following is a volunteer opportunity in Shoreline Public Schools. The website about Power of One is at the bottom.
Power of One Volunteer Program
My name is Karen Kessinger and I am the coordinator for the Power of One Volunteer program in Shoreline. In case you aren't familiar, Power of One works with people from the community to volunteer in Shoreline Public Schools. Currently, we have more than 50 active volunteers helping in 12 schools or programs.
As you probably already know, schools can always use more help. Most of our volunteers help at the elementary school level, with everything from reading and small groups to math and lunch time clubs. Having consistent volunteers benefits not only teachers but students who come to know and count on their classroom volunteers.
I would be happy to share more about our program with your organization. Some of your members have been part of the Power of One program-- either as volunteers or educators using volunteers in their classrooms.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Best,
Karen Kessinger
Volunteer Coordinator
Power of One Community Volunteers
karen.kessinger@shorelineschools.org
www.powerofonevolunteers.wordpress.com
Following is a volunteer opportunity in Shoreline Public Schools. The website about Power of One is at the bottom.
Power of One Volunteer Program
My name is Karen Kessinger and I am the coordinator for the Power of One Volunteer program in Shoreline. In case you aren't familiar, Power of One works with people from the community to volunteer in Shoreline Public Schools. Currently, we have more than 50 active volunteers helping in 12 schools or programs.
As you probably already know, schools can always use more help. Most of our volunteers help at the elementary school level, with everything from reading and small groups to math and lunch time clubs. Having consistent volunteers benefits not only teachers but students who come to know and count on their classroom volunteers.
I would be happy to share more about our program with your organization. Some of your members have been part of the Power of One program-- either as volunteers or educators using volunteers in their classrooms.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Best,
Karen Kessinger
Volunteer Coordinator
Power of One Community Volunteers
karen.kessinger@shorelineschools.org
www.powerofonevolunteers.wordpress.com
Music4Life
Music4Life is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing band and orchestra instruments to low-income students in the Edmonds, Shoreline, Seattle and Highline school districts. If anyone reading this has any instruments gathering dust in your closets that you would like to donate please click on the following website: www.music4life.org
Here you can download the donation form and then take the instrument(s) directly to Kennelly Keys Music in Lynnwood or you can call Ginny Burger, SKSR member, and she will pick up the instrument(s) and take them to Kennelly Keys. Ginny’s phone number is 425-776-4896.
Goodwill High School 21+
The new initiative is called High School 21+ (HS 21+). The HS 21+ program allows colleges to grant high school diplomas to individuals that are 21 years or older. As organizations that focus on education, we know how important high school completion is for a successful future. Goodwill helps students select and enroll in a HS 21+ program that is the best match for them personally and academically.
We have created a new volunteer position to support this initiative called the High School 21+ Tutor.
In the coming months, will be recruiting HS 21+ tutors at all Seattle Goodwill Job Training and Education (JTE) Centers, and we believe that retired teachers would make wonderful tutors in this program. We are looking for qualified tutors to help HS 21+ students work towards their diploma. Tutors will be matched with a student, or small group of students, and will meet on a consistent basis. Tutors will support students by offering academic support, as well as helping to navigate portions of the HS 21+ process.
If you are interested in learning more, please take a look at the attached position description and contact me directly.
Ingrid Hartsock, CVA
Community Engagement Manager | Goodwill®
T (206) 860-5732 | C (206) 380-2189 | www.seattlegoodwill.org
Music4Life is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing band and orchestra instruments to low-income students in the Edmonds, Shoreline, Seattle and Highline school districts. If anyone reading this has any instruments gathering dust in your closets that you would like to donate please click on the following website: www.music4life.org
Here you can download the donation form and then take the instrument(s) directly to Kennelly Keys Music in Lynnwood or you can call Ginny Burger, SKSR member, and she will pick up the instrument(s) and take them to Kennelly Keys. Ginny’s phone number is 425-776-4896.
Goodwill High School 21+
The new initiative is called High School 21+ (HS 21+). The HS 21+ program allows colleges to grant high school diplomas to individuals that are 21 years or older. As organizations that focus on education, we know how important high school completion is for a successful future. Goodwill helps students select and enroll in a HS 21+ program that is the best match for them personally and academically.
We have created a new volunteer position to support this initiative called the High School 21+ Tutor.
In the coming months, will be recruiting HS 21+ tutors at all Seattle Goodwill Job Training and Education (JTE) Centers, and we believe that retired teachers would make wonderful tutors in this program. We are looking for qualified tutors to help HS 21+ students work towards their diploma. Tutors will be matched with a student, or small group of students, and will meet on a consistent basis. Tutors will support students by offering academic support, as well as helping to navigate portions of the HS 21+ process.
If you are interested in learning more, please take a look at the attached position description and contact me directly.
Ingrid Hartsock, CVA
Community Engagement Manager | Goodwill®
T (206) 860-5732 | C (206) 380-2189 | www.seattlegoodwill.org
| job_training_high_school_21__tutor_position_description.pdf |
Pacific Science Center
Tinker Tank Facilitator Volunteer
Do you enjoy sharing your passion for making things, tinkering with objects, building with mechanical parts, or experimenting with electronics? Pacific Science Center seeks creative volunteers to facilitate inside Tinker Tank, a space which aims to inspire guests of all ages to explore new ideas through hands-on design experiences – using their hands, tools, and imaginations.
Guest Ambassador Volunteer
Guest Ambassador Station Volunteers are an intrinsic part of the guest experience. They will be the face of Pacific Science Center, sharing their own enthusiasm and ensuring that guests feel welcomed and well-informed about our many programs and exhibitions. They will assist guests in finding their way to key locations inside and outside of the Science Center by providing clear and precise directional assistance. Guest Ambassador Station Volunteers proactively recommend exhibitions and programs to guests depending on their interests and needs. Must have weekday afternoon availability.
Science Interpretation Volunteer (18+)
Help ignite curiosity and welcome visitors into the amazing world of exploration at Pacific Science Center as a Science Interpretation Program Volunteer! On any given day you can build a rocket and explore the stars, take a trip to the tropics, or travel back in time to walk with the dinosaurs. Essential duties include engaging with guests and creating positive experiences during their time visiting the Science Center, and providing skilled and accurate interpretation of the Science Center’s many exhibits and activities. Volunteer shifts are available weekdays mornings and afternoons. Additionally, we ask for at least a 6 month commitment to volunteering with Pacific Science Center.
Interested contact:
Emily Heemstra | PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER
Guest Services Volunteer Coordinator | P (206) 443-2881| eheemstra@pacsci.org
Tinker Tank Facilitator Volunteer
Do you enjoy sharing your passion for making things, tinkering with objects, building with mechanical parts, or experimenting with electronics? Pacific Science Center seeks creative volunteers to facilitate inside Tinker Tank, a space which aims to inspire guests of all ages to explore new ideas through hands-on design experiences – using their hands, tools, and imaginations.
Guest Ambassador Volunteer
Guest Ambassador Station Volunteers are an intrinsic part of the guest experience. They will be the face of Pacific Science Center, sharing their own enthusiasm and ensuring that guests feel welcomed and well-informed about our many programs and exhibitions. They will assist guests in finding their way to key locations inside and outside of the Science Center by providing clear and precise directional assistance. Guest Ambassador Station Volunteers proactively recommend exhibitions and programs to guests depending on their interests and needs. Must have weekday afternoon availability.
Science Interpretation Volunteer (18+)
Help ignite curiosity and welcome visitors into the amazing world of exploration at Pacific Science Center as a Science Interpretation Program Volunteer! On any given day you can build a rocket and explore the stars, take a trip to the tropics, or travel back in time to walk with the dinosaurs. Essential duties include engaging with guests and creating positive experiences during their time visiting the Science Center, and providing skilled and accurate interpretation of the Science Center’s many exhibits and activities. Volunteer shifts are available weekdays mornings and afternoons. Additionally, we ask for at least a 6 month commitment to volunteering with Pacific Science Center.
Interested contact:
Emily Heemstra | PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER
Guest Services Volunteer Coordinator | P (206) 443-2881| eheemstra@pacsci.org
4-H Needs You!
Young people involved in 4-H are more likely to go to college, more motivated to help others, and more likely to make healthy choices than kids who are not in 4-H. With more volunteers, we can reach more youth!
Retired school personnel have the skills and the heart needed to make a difference in 4-H today!
Snohomish County supports over seventy 4-H clubs, but very few west of I-5. You could be the change-maker in Lynnwood, Edmonds, Shoreline, or elsewhere. You have already helped many children over the years; go at your own pace in retirement, and keep having an impact.
Different ways to get involved:
To get involved, call or e-mail Beth Wangen, 4-H Volunteer Development Coordinator: 425-357-6005 or beth.wangen@wsu.edu . Learn more about Snohomish County 4-H here: http://extension.wsu.edu/snohomish/4h/
Young people involved in 4-H are more likely to go to college, more motivated to help others, and more likely to make healthy choices than kids who are not in 4-H. With more volunteers, we can reach more youth!
Retired school personnel have the skills and the heart needed to make a difference in 4-H today!
Snohomish County supports over seventy 4-H clubs, but very few west of I-5. You could be the change-maker in Lynnwood, Edmonds, Shoreline, or elsewhere. You have already helped many children over the years; go at your own pace in retirement, and keep having an impact.
Different ways to get involved:
- Become a 4-H club leader in your neighborhood, at a local school, or to get your grandchildren involved!
- Help once or occasionally as a guest instructor with an existing group of youth (show them how to cook your favorite dish, make a craft, build a robot; teach a gardening or photography skill....)
- Volunteer with a group of adults for just half a day, grading record books (for goal monitoring--in October), evaluating award applications (in July), judging speeches given by youth (several dates in spring)
- Fill a 3-hour service spot at the annual 4-H “train show” fundraiser (selling tickets, stamping hands, monitoring exits, guiding cars in parking lots—late February)
To get involved, call or e-mail Beth Wangen, 4-H Volunteer Development Coordinator: 425-357-6005 or beth.wangen@wsu.edu . Learn more about Snohomish County 4-H here: http://extension.wsu.edu/snohomish/4h/
