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Volunteering for Taylor ISD
Welcome and Thank you for your interest in supporting the students, staff and schools of Taylor ISD!
Taylor ISD welcomes and appreciates the invaluable support of volunteers in our classrooms, libraries, cafeterias and workrooms, as well as motivational mentors to encourage students in need of a supportive adult. The TISD Volunteer Program offers a myriad of opportunities for parents, businesses, community organizations, and civic groups to have a direct impact on the success of our students.
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Am I a Visitor or a Volunteer?
VISITORS
VOLUNTEER BACKGROUND CHECK NOT REQUIRED
A visitor is someone who would like to visit their child at school or attend campus functions/eat lunch with their child. A visitor does not interact with students other than their own. A visitor should not fill out the Volunteer application. A visitor may simply sign-in at the front office. (Note: first-time visitors to a campus will be asked to present a driver’s license or photo ID to be scanned into the Raptor system at the time of their visit first.)
Visitor Examples:
- Visiting or observing their own children in class
- Having lunch with their children
- Attending classroom and school events/parties
VOLUNTEERS
VOLUNTEER APPLICATION/BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED
A volunteer is a person rendering instructional services for or on behalf of the school/district. Volunteers are given an assignment or task dealing directly with children other than their own while on campus or school-sponsored trips. A parent or guardian who would like to do more than just visit their child, by offering to help the school in some way, is considered a volunteer. Volunteers must complete a Volunteer application and have an annual background check completed by the District before being considered for volunteer duties. Taylor ISD's Volunteer Guidelines & Expectations can be viewed here.
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Taylor-Aides: Connecting parents and community members with Taylor ISD campus and district needs.
All volunteers are invited to join our Taylor-Aides volunteer program!
Taylor-Aide Volunteer Examples:
Munch Mentors - building relationships, 30 min/week
Reading Ducks - 30 min/week reading with kids
Watch Ducks - monitoring the High School hallways
Hot Shots - help with last minute needs
Library and cafeteria help - ongoing needs
Events or occasional volunteering around your schedule and the campuses you want to be on
You can volunteer as little as 30 minutes a month, and still make a difference! Please consider joining us!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the purpose of the Taylor-Aides Program?
The purpose of our Taylor-Aides Volunteer Program is to support and enrich the educational experience of children and to involve our community in actively supporting public education. Taylor-Aides will reach out to you via email with more information and opportunities available. You may also reach out to them at taylor-aides@taylorisd.org
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Who can become a volunteer?
You don't need any particular qualifications or degrees to be a great volunteer. The most effective volunteers are simply those who consistently show up and contribute their time and effort!
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What are some of the volunteer activities?
Reading to students, assisting in computer labs, chaperoning field trips, making copies, preparing projects and bulletin boards, serving as a guest speaker, helping with small groups in the classroom, and assisting with book fairs, open houses, and teacher luncheons are some of the activities available to volunteers. Activities vary by campus, so please check with your campus for more information.
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How will I know if I am approved to volunteer?
Upon completing the application, you will receive a confirmation email letting you know that your application has been received and approved. You will also be required to review and sign the Volunteer Guidelines/Expectations. Upon receipt of the Volunteer Guidelines/Expectations you will be added to our district volunteer list.
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How long does the volunteer background check/approval process take?
Background checks can take as little as 24 hours or up to 3-5 business days. Please submit your application well in advance of the event or activity for which you plan to volunteer.
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What kinds of offenses on a background check will disqualify me from being a volunteer?
Different volunteer positions have different requirements. Generally, the more serious the offense, and the more recent the offense, the more likely it is that you will not be able to serve as a volunteer.
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When can I start?
Once the on-line application has been processed, your background check complete, along with receipt of the signed Volunteer Guidelines/Expectations form you will be notified by email of your status.Upon receiving your approval email, you will be able to begin volunteering at the campus of your choice immediately.
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How often do I need to apply?
The volunteer application and subsequent background checks must be completed each school year.
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Who do I contact for more information?
For assistance with filling out the application or questions regarding volunteering, please call the TISD Human Resources Department at 512-352-6361 x 1052 or email deliaortiz@taylorisd.org