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Lake Otis Elementary 3rd/4th Combo Class Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Junior Achievement of Alaska, Inc.
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Volunteer will lead lessons with dynamic activities designed to inspire student exploration of the jobs people perform, the skills they need to accomplish these jobs and how their work has a positve effect on a city's economy. Students learn the characteristics of cities and how people and businesses in cities manage their money. JA provides training so you are comfortable visiting the classroom. We also provide you with a kit, each kit contains all the materials that you need to successfully conduct your JA classes. There is a step by step guide in each kit that will walk you through how to facilitate each program lesson. The detailed script directors volunteers through the activity and discussion. No matter the grade, the lesson plans are structured similarly. The time commitment is minimal comparted to the significant impact you make. For as little as an hour a week, you can make a difference in the lives of young people in your community. The classroom commitment for the elementary school grades are five 45 minute lessons. The volunteer will need to contact their classroom teacher to establish the visiting schedule - Typically, at an agreed day & time on consecutive weeks. Before visiting the classroom, JA suggests volunteers spends a minimum of 30 minutes reviewing and preparing for their lesson. JA staff is available to answer your questions or make suggestions pertaining to your volunteer assignment.
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About Junior Achievement of Alaska, Inc.
Location:
639 W. International Airport Road, Anchorage, AK 99518, US
Mission Statement
Junior Achievement (JA) of Alaska maintains an active vision on how we can have a positive impact on the lives of more students -- guided by our core values... 1. Believe in the boundless potential of young people 2. Commitment to the principles of market-based economics and entrepreneurship 3. Passion for what we do and honesty, integrity, and excellence in how we do it 4. Respect for the talents, creativity, perspectives, and backgrounds of all individuals 5. Believe in the power of partnership and collaboration 6. Conviction in the educational and motivational impact of relevant, hands-on learning Our core values are comprised of our core ideology: To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy.
Description
Junior Achievement (JA), with the support of community volunteers and dedicated educational leaders, helps to inspire and empower students to believe in themselves, showing them they can make a difference in the world. JA extends education so that kids have a deeper conceptual understanding of what is necessary to contribute to the success of their future, opening their minds to their potential and preparing them for the world of work.
JA programs correlate to state standards in social studies, English, and mathematics, and to Common Core State Standards. All of our programs are session-specific, student-friendly materials are included to increase student interaction.
It's not an easy task but we continue to impact the lives of young people in over 55 communities statewide, reaching out to over 15,125 students across Alaska.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Lake Otis Elementary3331 Lake Otis ParkwayAnchorage, AK 99508
DATE POSTED
May 12, 2015
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- Youth Services
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Five 45 minute lessons in the classroom