Volunteer Application

The following statements are from our Volunteer Policy. All Volunteers must adhere to the policy set forth by the school.

Purpose

This policy sets the expectation for a volunteer as a role model for students. A volunteer is a person who serves in a position of trust, and leadership and has regular contact with Pleasant Ridge Christian Academy students and parents (e.g. classroom helpers, chaperones, Booster Club, library workers, etc.)

Background

The mission and objectives for Pleasant Ridge Christian Academy are inextricably interlaced biblical principles. Therefore, the lifestyle of each regular volunteer is an important issue.

Policy

The volunteer will manifest by daily example the highest Christian virtue, serving as a Christian role model (1 Timothy 4:12) both in and out of school to students (Luke 6:40) and to others. Christian influence is demonstrated by word, deed, example, and shared experience. Therefore, the volunteer is expected to be a role model in judgment, dignity, respect and Christian living. (Col. 3:17, Titus 2:7-8, 1 Thess. 2:10, 5:18, 21-22, James 3:17-18)

The volunteer is expected to follow the dress and appearance guidelines as outlined in the parent/student handbook. The volunteer is expected to maintain a good personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, good taste, and in agreement with school policy. It is expected that each volunteer will use discretion in clothing selections to help formulate a professional atmosphere.

As a role model, scripture dictates standards of sexual behavior including, but not limited to; extramarital or homosexual activity; sexual harassment; use or viewing of pornographic material or websites; and sexual abuse of children. These are forbidden and violate the requirement of being a Christian role model. Such behaviors are grounds for immediate dismissal from responsibilities and positions. Other grounds for dismissal include abandonment of position, neglect of responsibilities, heresy or any conduct tending to bring discredit upon the school or upon the volunteer that causes a diminishing of his/her effectiveness as a Christian role model for the students of Pleasant Ridge Christian Academy. Role model responsibility also includes an acknowledgement that the unique roles of the male and female are clearly defined in scripture and that Romans 1:24-32 condemns the homosexual lifestyle. (Romans 12:1-2; I Cor. 6:9-20; Eph. 4:1-11, 5:3-5; I Thess. 4:3-8; I Tim. 4:12; II Tim. 2:19-22; I Peter 1:15-16, 2:15-17; I John 3:1-3)

The volunteer is to attend faithfully a local church whose fundamental beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith of Pleasant Ridge Christian Academy (Hebrews 10:25). If the volunteer does not attend church, the volunteer is to agree to submit to the Statement of Faith while on campus and in contact with the students of Pleasant Ridge Christian Academy.

The volunteer is to follow the biblical principle of Matthew 18 and Galatians 6:1 regarding disputes and disagreements. All differences are to be resolved using biblical principles, always presenting a united front. Appropriate confidentiality will be observed in regard to student, parent, and school matters (Titus 3:2; Galatians 5:15). Regular volunteers shall support school policy and administrative decisions thereby not creating dissension. Each volunteer also must demonstrate by example the qualities of respect, judgment, and humility. Prideful conduct, displays of anger, engaging in gossip or slander and displaying an unwillingness to seek or receive counsel are all contrary to scriptural admonitions. (Eph. 4:29-32; James 1:19-20; Col 3:12-17; Phil 2:1-11, 4:8; Mark 10:42-45; Prov 15:22, 29:23)

Volunteers may be placed into positions where parents seek information regarding their child or other children. Volunteers are never to share personal views regarding the assessment of a child or an incident they may have observed. They are to refer all matters to the classroom teacher or school administrator. It is expected the volunteers will never put themselves into a position where their own integrity or the integrity of the staff of Pleasant Ridge Christian Academy might be compromised.

OFFICE USE ONLY

Is a background check needed for this volunteer duty/position?    [     ] Yes    [     ] No

If a background check is required, who is the responsible party for the fees?    [     ] School    [     ] Applicant

If PRCA is paying for the background check, what account should be charged? ____________

Application Status:    [     ] Approved    [     ] Disapproved