Before you begin thinking about volunteering, ask yourself – Am I well enough to volunteer?
A.C. Reynolds Middle School (ACRMS) is located on a beautiful campus overlooking the mountains in East Asheville. We serve a diverse community of approximately 530 students, grades 6 through 8. Our dedicated staff is committed to serving the whole child, including academic, career, social and emotional learning. As a Community School supported by United Way, Reynolds offers enriched learning opportunities through after school clubs.
Each club is led by a teacher or school staff person, and runs from 3:20-5:00. Volunteers are needed to assist the club leaders with club-specific activities, and to engage with the students during club time. 1-2 volunteers per club is sufficient.
Mondays - STEAM Club (Science, technology, engineering, art and math – experimental projects
Tuesdays - Art Club (Mixed media art journaling)
Wednesdays - Global Explorers and Service Club (exploring world cultures through visiting presenters)
Wednesdays - Art Club (Mixed media art journaling)
Thursdays - Move and Make Club (outside activities, inside make and take objects/crafts)
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- Take attendance and distribute provided snacks
- Assist with the set-up of art/craft supplies for the activity
- Be another adult in the room with a positive and encouraging attitude.
Requirements:
- Fill out a Level 1 volunteer application on the Buncombe County Schools parent portal
- Interview with Carrie Wagner, Community School Coordinator for Reynolds Middle
- Personal transportation to the school
Skills Required:
- Positive and compassionate attitude
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Comfortable working with middle school students
Attire:
- Comfortable, casual clothes that are appropriate in a school environment
Location:
- Reynolds Middle School. 2 Rocket Drive, Asheville, NC 28803
Health and Safety:
- If you are experiencing any COVID symptoms or have had direct contact, please don’t come
- Hand sanitizer/gel is available on site
To learn more about this volunteer opportunity, simply
- Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next step instructions from our organization
- Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!
Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by completing our Volunteer Experience Form.
