Volunteer Process

Please note that volunteer clearance can take up to 2 weeks.

Process for applying for a volunteer position:

Step 1: Fully complete the Volunteer Application below.

Step 2: After you submit the application, Christina Kluge from Human Resources will email you directly to complete our background check.

Step 3: Once all appropriate checks have been completed, you will receive clearance from Human Resources. Clearance must be granted before any volunteers can fulfill the role of volunteering in any school.

Volunteer Form

Required

Namerequired

First Name

Last Name

Email Addressrequired

Phone Numberrequired

Number/Street Namerequired

Cityrequired

Staterequired

Volunteer Position Applying Forrequired

Schoolrequired

Do you have any friends or relatives working here?required

Yes

References

Reference 1

Reference #1 Namerequired

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

Phone Numberrequired

Number/Street Namerequired

City/Townrequired

Staterequired

Reference 2

Reference #2 Namerequired

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

Phone Numberrequired

Number/Street Namerequired

City/Townrequired

Staterequired

Criminal Background

THIS PORTION OF THE APPLICATION WILL ONLY BE REVIEWED BY MEMBERS OF THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT (OR THE PERSON(S) IN CHARGE OF EMPLOYMENT) AND ANYONE INVOLVED IN INTERVIEWING THE APPLICANT.

Have you ever been convicted of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere (no contest) to a violation of any state, federal, county or municipal law? (Do not include minor traffic violations)required

Yes

NOTE: Applicants are not required to disclose the existence of an arrest, criminal charge or conviction for which records have been “erased.” The types of records subject to erasure under Connecticut law are as follows: (a) a finding of delinquency or that a child was a member of a family with service needs; (b) a sentence as a youthful offender; (c) a criminal charge that was dismissed or “nolled”; (d) a criminal charge for which the person was found not guilty; and (e) a conviction for which the person received an absolute pardon. Any applicant whose criminal records were erased will be considered to have never been arrested and may so swear under oath.

Are any criminal charges pending against you at this time? (Do not include minor traffic violations)required

Yes

VOLUNTEER APPLICANT’S AGREEMENT AND CERTIFICATION

I understand that the information provided above will not necessarily result in the rejection of my application, but that the nature of the information will be considered as it relates to the performance of volunteer duties in question and in light of the requirements of state and federal law. In addition, I will need to submit a DCF (department of children and family) background check form.

Print Full Name to Acknowledging the above statementrequired

Date

Must contain a date in M/D/YYYY format

I certify that the answers given in this application are true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the use of this application form does not indicate that there are any volunteer positions open and does not in any way obligate the East Lyme Board of Education (“The Board”). I understand that should I be granted an interview, no representations that may be made at the interview are to be construed as creating any obligation, promise or contract on behalf of The Board. I understand that acceptance to volunteer shall depend on satisfactory replies from my references and other background checks. I have read, understood and agree to the foregoing.

Print Full Name to Acknowledging the above statementrequired

Date

Must contain a date in M/D/YYYY format

The East Lyme Board of Education (“The Board”) is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on any basis prohibited by law. The Board considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or civil union party status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status. The Board does not discriminate on the basis of any such legally protected status in any of its educational activities or employment policies.