VolunteerAt — Think Together
At Think Together, our mission is to partner with schools to change the odds for kids. We support students after school with homework help, enrichment activities, and a safe place to grow academically and socially. As a volunteer, you can help students during homework time, support fun learning activities, and encourage positive behavior. You do not need teaching experience. Just bring patience, positivity, and a willingness to show up. Whether you give a little time or a lot, your support makes a real difference. If you want to impact student success at a local level, Think Together is a great place to start.
- Apply academic knowledge to real-world tasks and challenges.
- Develop effective communication skills in a professional setting.
- Strengthen time management and organizational abilities.
- Gain experience in working collaboratively within a team.
- Understand workflows, processes, and responsibilities relevant to the field.
- Develop a strong understanding of workplace culture and expectations.
- Practice decision-making in real-life work situations.
- Analyze problems, propose solutions, and reflect on outcomes.
- Develop adaptability in response to new challenges and tasks.
- Explore opportunities to engage in or support civic initiatives or community outreach.
- Set learning goals and reflect regularly on progress
- Increase confidence in navigating professional and interpersonal dynamics.
- Increased understanding of how to work in diverse groups effectively, respectfully, and with sensitivity.
- Identify how organizations or businesses contribute to the well-being of society (e.g., through innovation, research, ethics, sustainability, social action, or community engagement).
- Identify how organizations or businesses can promote equity and social responsibility through their policies, practices, or community engagement.
Volunteering with Think Together provides hands on experience in academic mentoring, youth engagement, and social emotional support. Volunteers build communication skills, learn basic classroom management strategies, and practice guiding students through problem solving. This experience is especially valuable for those interested in education, nonprofit work, or child development, while making a direct impact on student success.
Volunteers at Think Together begin with an orientation that walks them through the program’s mission, daily routines, and safety expectations. You’ll receive guidance on how to support students during homework time, how to encourage positive behavior, and how to guide learning without simply giving answers. The training also covers appropriate boundaries and creating a safe, welcoming space for all students. Throughout your time in the program, site staff are there to support you and answer questions as they come up.
Safety is a top priority at Think Together. All volunteers are required to complete background clearance and follow school district and program safety policies before working with students. An orientation covers emergency procedures, supervision expectations, mandated reporting responsibilities, and professional boundaries. Students are always supervised in structured settings, and volunteers are never left alone without staff oversight. Clear sign in and sign out procedures are followed daily. In case of emergencies, site staff are trained in safety protocols and know the proper steps for communication and response. The goal is to maintain a safe, supportive environment where students can learn and grow with confidence.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Effective customer service skills.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team setting.
- Ability to prioritize and handle simultaneous assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to take initiative and be self-motivated and self-directed.
- Ability to review and learn materials provided.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
- Ability to spend extended periods of time standing / walking.
- Comfortable leading activities or public speaking.
| Hours | Duration |
|---|---|
| 15 | hours per week |