How to Become a Member of Jumpstart

Tutoring children can be a great volunteer experience.

Jumpstart is a community-based program that centers on advancing efforts to educate young people. The program works with preschool-age children. Its philosophy is to give these children a good foundation for entering the public school system. The main members of Jumpstart are college students and other volunteers working in preschools, particularly in low-income areas.

Instructions

1. Go to the Jumpstart "Join Us" page; see Resources.

2. Click on the membership application for college students and community corps members.

3. Fill in the basic information on the application, including when you want your membership to start, your location, your contact information and your availability.

4. Answer the open-ended questions on the application carefully. Discuss your previous experience tutoring, working with children, volunteering in the community and extracurricular activities. Answer questions about what attracted you to the Jumpstart program and what you plan to gain by being a member.

5. Add three references to your application. These references should be people who can vouch for your character and experience working with children or as a volunteer. At least one of the three is required to be an employer or a previous employer.

6. Click the "Submit" button at the bottom. A Jumpstart program representative will contact you to finalize the application process and get you started as a member if your application is accepted and you pass the background check.

References

• Jumpstart: Get Involved

Resources

• Jumpstart: Join Us