Volunteer Opportunities

If you are interested in volunteering, email Sara Hutchings-Schwartz, Programs Manager, at sara.schwartz@ja.org.

JA in a Day

"JA in a Day" is when an entire school has JA programs in their classrooms for the whole day (approximately 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.). Volunteers are matched with a classroom, based on grade preference and availability, and teach a full JA program to that class throughout the day. All materials and lesson plans are provided, and volunteers are trained by JA staff on the curriculum content and student engagement strategies prior to the JA in a Day to ensure maximum success. If you have not taught with us before, we can schedule a training for you with JA staff at a convenient time and location.

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JA in a Day

November 13th, 2024 - 8:15 AM- 2:45 PM
M. Virginia Cunningham Elementary School
40 Baldwin Street Pawtucket, RI

November 26th, 2024 - 8:30 AM- 2:30 PM
Hope Valley Elementary School
15 Thelma Drive Hope Valley, RI

To sign up or for upcoming volunteer opportunities or contact Sara Hutchings-Schwartz, Senior Programs Manager, at sara.schwartz@ja.org

Week-to-Week Programs
Middle & High School

If you are interested in volunteering contact Katharine Amaral, Director of Programs and Community Partnerships, at katharine.amaral@ja.org

JA Launch Lesson - Thursday, November 21
Location: Tolman High School, Pawtucket

  • Details: Volunteers will facilitate one individual class, requiring four sessions.

  • Flexible Volunteer Options:

    • One Volunteer: Can cover all four sessions.

    • Multiple Volunteers: Up to four volunteers can each lead one session.

  • Scheduling Flexibility: Hours are flexible to accommodate volunteer availability. Morning hours preferred.

JA It's My Job - Available Now
(Based on Your Availability)

  • Location: The Met High School, Providence

  • Number of Volunteers Needed: 2 volunteers

  • Time Commitment: 3 one-hour sessions per volunteer

  • Session Structure: Each volunteer will work with one class, leading a series of sessions.

  • Session Requirements: Volunteers will deliver a minimum of 3 sessions per class (for a total of up to six sessions).

  • Scheduling Flexibility: Hours are flexible to accommodate volunteer availability. (9:30 am – 2:00 pm)

JA Be Entrepreneurial - Available Now
(Based on Your Availability)

  • Location: Shea High School, Pawtucket

  • Details: Lead one class, delivering a minimum of two sessions focusing on entrepreneurship and business creation.

  • Scheduling Flexibility: Hours are flexible to accommodate volunteer availability.

JA Job Shadow - Spring 2025

  • Location: Paul Cuffee Upper School, Providence

  • Opportunity Details: Connect with 65 students across three classes, offering real-world career insights, mentorship, and the chance for students to explore various professional paths through a job shadow experience.

  • Volunteer Options:

    • Single Volunteer Option: One volunteer can guide all three classes, providing a comprehensive view of their career field.

    • Multiple Volunteers Option: Up to three volunteers can participate, with each taking one class.