Volunteer at Jefferson
Volunteer Requirements
Volunteer requirements are established by San Diego Unified School District and vary depending on the type of volunteer role. Below is a summary of those requirements. Jefferson's Volunteer Coordinator, Ms. Blanca Loya, can answer questions, provide the required forms, and help you complete the approval process. For additional details, see the SDUSD Volunteer Quick Guide and Volunteer Handbook linked below.
One-Time Event Volunteers (No Paperwork Required)
Helping at events like Jog-a-Thon, STEAM Night, or Fall Festival?
Sign up when volunteer opportunities are announced and Sign-Up Genius is posted
Check in through the main office (daytime events) or at the event volunteer check-in area when you arrive
CATEGORY A
Classroom Volunteers, Club Support & Daytime Field Trips
Volunteering in classrooms, after-school clubs (with staff supervision), or as a daytime field trip chaperone requires:
School Volunteer Application
Volunteer Code of Conduct
Valid government-issued photo ID
TB clearance or TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire
CATEGORY B
After-School Clubs Leaders & Direct Student Support Volunteers
On-site tutoring outside the classroom, or leading an after-school club requires:
Everything in Category B, plus…
SDUSD background check
Mandated Reporter Training
CATEGORY C
Overnight Field Trip Chaperones & Driving Students
Chaperoning overnight field trips and driving students requires additional district clearance:
Everything in Category C, plus…
Live Scan (FBI/DOJ fingerprint clearance)
CATEGORY D
TB Clearance FAQ
Most volunteers will need current TB clearance. If you've already submitted a negative TB test within the past four years, you may already be cleared. Otherwise, many volunteers qualify by completing a simple TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire with a healthcare provider. Required forms are linked above in the SDUSD Volunteer Handbook.