Virtual & In-Person Volunteers/Leaders

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Lead/Facilitate virtual programming and troop meetings as part of the GSUSA Virtual Stater Troop initiative. Starter Troops are facilitator-run troops with the goal of transitioning to a fully functioning, volunteer-led troop. Volunteers will be trained by Council Staff and facilitate multiple meetings over a span of 4-6 weeks experiencing a variety of purposeful troop activities,participating in Girl Scout traditions, and exploring various topics in accordance with the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE).

BENEFITS:

• Impact the life of a Girl Scout by inspiring them to explore new interests and experiences
• Facilitate a wide range of fascinating programs and curriculum topics
• Build skills in time management, working with youth, and leading activities with a small group
• Build your skills in digital presentation (for virtual engagement)
• Official documentation of volunteer service

TIME COMMITMENT:

• Volunteer Onboarding Training (offered asynchronously through gsLearn): 60-90 minutes
• Virtual Stater Troop Specific Training
• Pre-meeting prep work: approximately 1-2 hours
• Girl Scout Virtual Troop Meetings: 60-90 minutes meetings

PRIMARY TASKS:

• Facilitate virtual troop meetings with Girl Scouts in accordance with the GSLE
• Assist Girl Scouts in earning badges from their program level
• Build sustainable membership by supporting Girl Scouts and their families in their introduction to Girl Scouting, identifying and mentoring potential leaders, and connecting them to council staff for additional details on continuing their involvement

• Coordinate technical challenges to ensure the best possible experience for Girl Scouts
• Coordinate with council staff to ensure dates, times, and details are set up for each meeting
• Host troop meetings using a GSUSA licensed Zoom account and engage with Caregivers to ensure Girl Scout participation

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Communicates and works collaboratively with Girl Scouts of Greater New York staff and Caregivers/families
• Is a solution-oriented thinker with an open mind and a positive, flexible, and forward-thinking attitude
• Fosters Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Understand, respect, and embrace differences
• Reflects, through words and actions, the values contained in the Girl Scout Promise and Law in order to serve as an effective role model for Girl Scouts
• Presents a positive image of Girl Scouting to youth, volunteers, staff, and community members
• Is a voice for our movement. Understands and values the Girl Scout Leadership Experience