Volunteer Expectations

🌿 Volunteer Expectations Statement

Cultivate Academy-CTX

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Cultivate Academy-CTX. As a values-driven microschool rooted in leadership, literacy, wellness, and urban agriculture, we rely on the dedication and integrity of volunteers like you. To ensure a safe, enriching, and mission-aligned experience for everyone involved, we ask that all volunteers commit to the following expectations:

🧭 Mission Alignment

• Embrace and uphold the mission, vision, and core values of Cultivate Academy-CTX and our parent organization, the Un-Included Club.
  
  

• Support a learning environment grounded in leadership, agriculture, community service, wellness, and Kingdom Principles.
  
  

👦🏽👧🏿 Student-Centered Approach

• Prioritize the safety, dignity, and growth of every child.
  
  

• Model respectful communication, encouragement, and appropriate behavior at all times.
  
  

• Maintain appropriate boundaries with students and families.
  
  

🕊️ Professional Conduct

• Arrive on time and communicate in advance if you are unable to fulfill your commitment.
  
  

• Dress modestly and appropriately for the activity or site (e.g., farm, classroom, events).
  
  

• Refrain from using offensive language, gossip, or divisive behavior.
  
  

• Keep all student and family information confidential unless legally required to report.
  
  

🧰 Teamwork & Flexibility

• Follow directions from staff, team leads, or student leaders respectfully.
  
  

• Be open to helping wherever needed and take initiative when appropriate.
  
  

• Ask questions if you're unsure how to proceed or if something concerns you.
  
  

🛡 Safety & Preparedness

• Comply with all safety rules and site-specific guidelines.
  
  

• Immediately report any accidents, injuries, or unsafe conditions to staff.
  
  

• For roles involving minors, agree to a background check if requested.
  
  

💬 Communication & Growth

• Share your feedback, ideas, or concerns with staff so we can grow together.
  
  

• Represent Cultivate Academy-CTX positively within the community and online.
  
  

Together, we are cultivating leaders, healing communities, and growing something greater. Thank you for being a part of the work.