Volunteer Project Catalog

YMCA of Montclair

The Early Learning Center (ELC) at our Geyer Family Branch provides care for children ages 3 months to 4 years, 7:30 am-6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. ELC interns or volunteers will have the opportunity to assist the staff in all classroom activities and development of curriculum, schedules, and lesson plans (when appropriate). The ELC utilizes The Creative Curriculum®, a developmentally appropriate, comprehensive curriculum that promotes positive outcomes for children. You are also welcome to sign up as a volunteer to just come in and provide support during nap and snack time (rocking the babies to sleep, feeding) and playground/playtime support. ELC volunteers must commit to a minimum of 20 hours (1 day a week for 3 months, 2 days a week for 2 months, 3 days a week for a month, etc.). You are welcome to do more hours, of course. For the safety of all, ELC volunteers must do the following (please read through this carefully before starting the volunteer application process): -Sign a liability waiver -Sign a photo/video release -Sign a Code of Conduct -Provide three references -In-person child abuse prevention training (20 minutes) -Participate in a virtual (Zoom) interview -Authorize a background check (adults over 18 only) Links to start the credentialing process will be provided when you “click” the VOLUNTEER and LEARN MORE buttons. ELC volunteers must be 14 years old. As soon as this process is complete, please reach out to Jen Grisafi at jgrisafi@montclairymca.org. YOU MAY NOT START YOUR VOLUNTEER WORK UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN CLEARED. The YMCA of Montclair has zero-tolerance for abuse, mistreatment, or sexual activity among members, volunteers, employees, and program participants within the organization. In addition, our organization will not tolerate any behavior that is classified under the definition of bullying, and to the extent that such actions are harmful to the program, participants and the organization will take the necessary steps to eliminate such behavior.

YMCA of Montclair

Volunteer with the YMCA of Montclair's Homework Tutoring Program, Dedicated homework tutors assist Y members in grades 6-10 to succeed academically while inspiring them to reach their full potential. Tutors will provide additional academic support in the subjects of math, science, English, Spanish and history. Tutors must be 16+ (at least a Jr in HS), creative, patient and adaptable. Tutoring takes place at our Park Street location on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30pm-6pm For the safety of all, volunteers must do the following (please read through this carefully before starting the volunteer application process): -Sign a liability waiver -Sign a photo/video release -Sign a Code of Conduct -Provide three references -Conduct a brief (20 min) in-person child abuse prevention training course -Participate in a virtual (Zoom) interview -Authorize a background check (adults over 18 only) Links to start the credentialing process will be provided when you “click” the VOLUNTEER and LEARN MORE buttons. As soon as this process is complete, please reach out to Jen Grisafi at jgrisafi@montclairymca.org. YOU MAY NOT START YOUR VOLUNTEER WORK UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN CLEARED. The YMCA of Montclair has zero-tolerance for abuse, mistreatment, or sexual activity among members, volunteers, employees, and program participants within the organization. In addition, our organization will not tolerate any behavior that is classified under the definition of bullying, and to the extent that such actions are harmful to the program, participants and the organization will take the necessary steps to eliminate such behavior.

YMCA of Montclair

The Aftercare or School Age Child Care (SACC) Program provides care for children at their elementary school during the school year while parents are at work. SACC interns or volunteers assist the staff in planning, preparation, and implementation of all activities, and work with children in small groups with age-appropriate activities such as crafts, games, sports, and also assist with homework. SACC volunteers must be 14 years old and work from approximately 3pm-5pm and must commit to a minimum of 20 hours (1 day a week for 3 months, 2 days a week for 2 months, 3 days a week for a month, etc.). You are welcome to do more hours, of course. PLEASE NOTE: This program only runs during the school year (September-June). For the safety of all, SACC volunteers must do the following (please read through this carefully before starting the volunteer application process): -Sign a liability waiver -Sign a photo/video release -Sign a Code of Conduct -Provide three references -Conduct a brief (20 min) in-person child abuse prevention training course -Participate in a virtual (Zoom) interview -Authorize a background check (adults over 18 only) Links to start the credentialing process will be provided when you “click” the VOLUNTEER and LEARN MORE buttons. SACC volunteers must be 14 years old. As soon as this process is complete, please reach out to Jen Grisafi at jgrisafi@montclairymca.org. YOU MAY NOT START YOUR VOLUNTEER WORK UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN CLEARED. The YMCA of Montclair has zero-tolerance for abuse, mistreatment, or sexual activity among members, volunteers, employees, and program participants within the organization. In addition, our organization will not tolerate any behavior that is classified under the definition of bullying, and to the extent that such actions are harmful to the program, participants and the organization will take the necessary steps to eliminate such behavior.

YMCA of Montclair

The YMCA of Montclair is active in our community and we are always looking for volunteers to help out at our events and other community events! Opportunities include: *Helping out at our special events like our Montclair Run and our MLK Day of Service *Tabling for the Y at a community event in town such as Montclair Pride. Jazz Fest, Walnut Street Festival, etc. For the safety of all, volunteers must do the following (please read through this carefully before starting the volunteer application process): -Sign a liability waiver -Sign a photo/video release -Sign a Code of Conduct -Authorize a background check (adults over 18 only) Links to start the credentialing process will be provided when you “click” the VOLUNTEER and LEARN MORE buttons. Volunteers must be 14 years old. As soon as this process is complete, please reach out to Jen Grisafi at jgrisafi@montclairymca.org. YOU MAY NOT START YOUR VOLUNTEER WORK UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN CLEARED. The YMCA of Montclair has zero-tolerance for abuse, mistreatment, or sexual activity among members, volunteers, employees, and program participants within the organization. In addition, our organization will not tolerate any behavior that is classified under the definition of bullying, and to the extent that such actions are harmful to the program, participants and the organization will take the necessary steps to eliminate such behavior.