Volunteer at Lafayette

What makes Lafayette so successful? Students, staff and many, many volunteers working together as a team. We invite you to be a part of that team. Below you will find brief descriptions of areas where you are needed.

Room Parents & Classroom Helper

A wonderful way to get involved in your child’s school! Each class needs a room parent to assist the teacher and the PTA. Teachers’ needs vary but your duties may include maintaining a classroom telephone directory, arranging field trips, organizing parent assistance on special projects, coordinating Teacher Appreciation Week for your class, or planning a class party. Sign up to be the main room parent or a classroom helper!

Tutoring

One of our most important volunteer requests, tutors are needed for individual or small group help in both general and special education classrooms. Your school volunteer coordinator will work with the teacher to coordinate days and times that are convenient for you. You can give as little as one day a week for a couple of hours or an hour every day. Help with reading, math, or another subject as you prefer. Lafayette welcomes all parents, friends, or community members to volunteer and make a difference in a young person’s education.

Library Assistant

Share your love of books with our kids by assisting Ms. Nakagawa in the library! Check books in and out for students and re-shelve library materials. Be on-call to assist at book fairs throughout the school year, cashiering during this important fundraiser to benefit our library.

Playground, Lunchroom and Gym Supervision

Training will be provided. Responsibilities include conflict resolution and maintaining safety. School staff will be present.

• Gym assistants M/W 11:30 – 1:30
• Recess duties: 10:45-11:05 (K-1st); 11:10-11:30 (2nd-3rd); 11:35-11:55 (4th-5th)
• Lunchroom help: 11:05-11:30 (K-1st); 11:30-11:55 (2nd-3rd); 11:55-12:20 (4th-5th)

Questions?! Please contact Lafayette PTA Lafayette.pta.seattle@gmail.com

*Note: The Seattle School District requires all volunteers to submit a completed Volunteer Application Form with background check prior to working with students. Copies of this application are available from the school office.

Apply to Volunteer with Seattle Public Schools

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Seattle Public Schools!

Safety First! Only approved volunteers can serve in SPS schools. SPS serves 50,000 children and youth. We are committed to carefully screening volunteer candidates to ensure student safety.

Why Volunteer in Your Child’s School?

• Higher grades, test scores, and graduation rates
• Better attendance
• Increased motivation and self-esteem

Contact your school office or visit the SPS Volunteer page to learn more about volunteering.