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What is the volunteer's role in the classroom?

The volunteer's job is to be a role model and an experience resource for the students. Junior Achievement provides all of the needed materials, and the volunteer brings the business and economic concepts covered in those materials to life. Most importantly have fun and feel great about helping young people better understand business and economics to become successful in the workplace and in life.

How much preparation time is required for each lesson?

On average, it should take less than one hour to prepare for each lesson. This time estimate will vary based on your subject-matter expertise and your teaching experience.

When and how often will I be in the classroom?

At the high school level, volunteers visit the classroom once a week for eight to ten weeks; the lessons take approximately 50-60 minutes to conduct. (Lesson times will vary according to the school's bell schedule.) The classroom visit will be scheduled during regular school hours.

What do I do if I am unable to attend my scheduled session?

If you cannot keep a classroom appointment, contact the teacher immediately. Your teacher will need to make alternative arrangements for the time allocated to you and it will be necessary to schedule a make-up appointment to achieve the learning objectives for your lessons. At your introductory meeting with the teacher, be sure to work out the emergency contact and rescheduling procedures and to discuss steps for handling absences or delays.

What materials are used during classroom visits?

Typically, the materials you will need during your visits are included with your volunteer consultant guide or are typically "standard equipment" in the classroom. If you want to use any materials not directly provide to you by Junior Achievement, be sure to get the approval of your teacher.

What type of lessons will I be delivering?

Generally, all teaching topics are supplements to social studies disciplines and build on the themes of business, free enterprise, staying in school, and economics. Specific lessons are designed to have students understand the role of the family in the local economy, to assess their career opportunities, to understand international trade, and to apply job related skills in the workplace.