• To be assigned a job that is worthwhile and challenging.
• To receive the orientation, training, and supervision necessary to do the job.
• To feel that your efforts have real purpose and contribute to the organization's mission.
• To receive feedback and evaluation on the work that you perform.
• To be treated with respect and as an equal partner within the organization.
• To be trusted with confidential information necessary to carry out your assignment.
• To be kept informed on relevant matters within the organization with which you work.
• To expect that your time will not be wasted by poor planning or coordination by the organization.

• Not to take on more responsibility than you can handle
• To meet time commitments or to provide notice so alternative arrangements can be made.
• To perform the tasks assigned to you to the best of your ability.
• To provide input on ways your tasks might be better performed.
• To follow organizational policies and procedures.
• To respect those confidences entrusted to you.
• To be open-minded and respectful towards opinions shared with you.
• To notify the organization in advance of absences or schedule changes that may affect them.

1. Schools are legally responsible for their volunteers. Volunteers should acknowledge and sign screening/liability and waivers if provided by the school.
2. Volunteers may not solicit business for their firm or promote their firm in any way.
3. Volunteer cannot accept remuneration in any form.
4. Follow school protocol - checking in, wearing a guest badge, having your arrival announced to the teacher - whatever the process may be.
5. Never be alone in a room/setting with a student.
6. Never touch or have physical contact of any kind with a student.
7. Do not use language or actions that could be considered sexist, suggestive, or discriminatory.
8. Discipline is the responsibility of the teacher.
9. Learn the rules for the safe use of the Internet and incorporate them into your program.
10. If you are volunteering with students who are home-schooled do not go to their homes. Work with them in a conventional setting or on-line.
11. Both during and outside of your volunteer experience, do not discuss students, staff or school business that is personal, negative or confidential.
12. Do not socialize with students outside of the classroom context.

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