-
Apr 29
-
Apr 29
|
04:00 PM
-
05:15 PM
|
Seattle, WA 98122
High schoolers- Looking for a fun, easy opportunity to share a love of reading with local kids? Become a reader at our "Read with Me!" storytime! This intergenerational storytime event brings teens between 14-19 together with babies, toddlers and preschoolers to read stories together and enjoy the magic of a good book. Books are provided by Garfield Community Center; please contact the organizer if you would like to bring in a favorite book from your own childhood. Dates for this event are: Tuesday, January 28; Tuesday, February 25; and Tuesday, March 25th from 4-5:15pm. Service learning sign off is available if requested.
Date Posted: Apr 24, 2025
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Seattle, WA 98122
The free youth indoor soccer program at Garfield Community Center is growing rapidly, and we need volunteers to help our kids develop their skills and strength. Coaches lead drills, work 1:1 with students in need of individualized attention, manage equipment, oversee breaks and more. Knowledge of soccer rules and best practices is essential; creativity, patience, teamwork, and a love of teaching are ideal qualifications. Volunteers are asked to help out quarterly on Saturdays, for a 2-hour per week. We ask that you commit to engaging with the youth in a positive, respectful and encouraging way, bringing your excitement for soccer, and showing a passion for building up our community. Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Garfield Community Center! To Apply Volunteers must be at least 14 years old to support this role. Please visit Seattle.Gov/Parks/Volunteer to learn more about volunteering for Seattle Parks and Recreation. The application for this assignment can be found at https://www.volgistics.com/appform/942605642 For assignment preference, select "Program Instructor [Garfield Community Center]" A background check is required for all applicants. Please use the following link to complete your background check: https://www.seattle.gov/parks/volunteer/current-volunteer-opportunities/volunteer-background-check Select "Instructor" then "Apply." On the next dropdown menu, select "Community Center & Pools" and click "Apply." Click "Next" at the bottom of the page to get started. It takes 2-3 weeks for volunteer documentation to be processed through the Seattle Parks and Recreation volunteer unit. Once you have completed both forms, please let your staff contacts know so we can know to look for your volunteer status updates. Schedule: Youth Soccer runs from 1-2:30pm. The volunteer shifts offered are: April 26-June 14, Saturdays, 12:30-2:30pm And/or July 12-Aug 23, Saturdays, 12:30-2:30pm Candidates should be able to commit to at least 75% of class dates and arrange days with no class ahead of time with Garfield Community Center staff so we can alert families about class cancellations. Requirements: Fourteen years of age or older Ability to work well and communicate with a diverse group of youth with varying abilities Must pass criminal background check Coaching experience preferred
Date Posted: Feb 4, 2025
-
May 10
-
May 10
|
10:00 AM
-
04:15 PM
|
Seattle, WA 98122
Garfield Community Center in Seattle's vibrant Central District is hosting a Mothers Day themed clothing swap on Saturday, May 10th from 12-3pm! To make our event a success, we need volunteers to support us with check in, sorting and placing clothing donations, keeping clothing tidy, and helping participants find just the right thing. This event is open to everyone and does not require a clothing donation to participate. Tasks Include: Registering Donors and Participants Helping Donors Get Clothes Set Out Sorting Clothes by Size Set Up and Clean Up Volunteers must be 14+.
Date Posted: Apr 24, 2025
-
Aug 16
-
Aug 16
|
08:00 AM
-
07:00 PM
|
Seattle, WA 98118
This year's Big Day of Play is on Saturday, August 16th from 12 p.m.-5 p.m. at Rainier Community Center and Playfields. Big Day of Play is a celebration of our City’s diversity and it encourages neighbors, communities and families to have fun, build relationships and be active together. Volunteer groups will choose from one of the following volunteer activities during their shift: - Monitoring the Composting Stations - Field Activities - Greeter and Security Support - Surveyors/Data Collection - Water and Cooling Stations - Water Slide and Inflatables Crowd Support Service learning credit is available for students, up to 8 hours. The Volunteer Programs Coordinator will send an application to you via email once you are registered on VolunteerMatch.
Date Posted: Mar 17, 2025
-
Mar 17
-
May 14
|
06:30 PM
-
08:30 PM
|
Seattle, WA 98122
Coaches are needed year round for a variety of sports in Seattle Parks and Recreation. Volunteers play vital roles in the implementation of sports program at the various community centers. Primary responsibility and task include: Plan/Coordinate practice schedule Facilitate team practices 1 or 2 times per week Manage team roster and meet submission deadlines Maintain positive relationships w/ parents, players and staff Track and Field Coaches are needed at Community Centers throughout the City. This posting is for Garfield Community Center, but if you would like to volunteer to coach at your local Community Center, please reach out to the Center Coordinator at that location for details about their needs. ________________________________________________________________________________ Track and Field Season (Girls and Boys) - March through June Qualifications Knowledge of track and field, and running/fitness best practices Ability to teach, motivate and work with youth in a positive atmosphere Good communication and customer service skills Ability to work with diverse groups of people Encourage good sportsmanship and model that behavior Must pass an annual criminal background check In this role you will: Provide a fun atmosphere that is inclusive and positive Become a mentor to the next generation Be a part of instilling team building skills and a sense of community To Apply Volunteers must be at least 14 years old to support this role. Please visit Seattle.Gov/Parks/Volunteer to learn more about volunteering for Seattle Parks and Recreation. The application for this assignment can be found at https://www.volgistics.com/appform/942605642 For assignment preference, select "Coach [Garfield Community Center]" A background check is required for all applicants. Please use the following link to complete your background check: https://www.seattle.gov/parks/volunteer/current-volunteer-opportunities/volunteer-background-check Select "Coach" then "Apply." On the next dropdown menu, select "Community Center & Pools" and click "Apply." Click "Next" at the bottom of the page to get started. It takes 2-3 weeks for volunteer documentation to be processed through the Seattle Parks and Recreation volunteer unit. Once you have completed both forms, please let your staff contacts know so we can know to look for your volunteer status updates.
Date Posted: Feb 12, 2025
