Collaboration Education Volunteer Guidelines


Welcome to Collaboration Education


We are grateful you have chosen to join us in supporting students and families through tutoring, mentoring, and enrichment opportunities. Your time, care, and commitment help create meaningful change in the lives of children who need support the most.

Our Mission

Collaboration Education Inc. is a not-for-profit, registered 501(c)(3) organization that provides expert tutoring, mentoring, and enrichment activities to economically disadvantaged K–12 students who are struggling academically.

We work in coordination with schools, families, and community organizations to help children succeed both inside and outside the classroom. Our programs take place in a variety of community settings and are designed to support academic growth, confidence, and long-term success.

We also provide opportunities for toddlers and their parents to engage in active, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Our Volunteers

Many of our volunteers are experienced educators who use their skills and expertise to support the individual needs of our students. At the same time, some of our most impactful volunteers come from entirely different professional backgrounds.

The common thread among all Collaboration Education volunteers is a love of working with children and a willingness to share their time, encouragement, and knowledge.

We welcome volunteers with experience in areas such as:

Collaboration Education provides resources, guidance, and ongoing support to all volunteers.


Time Commitment

Volunteer schedules may vary depending on availability and program needs.

Because stability and consistency are important for our students, tutors are asked to commit to one regular afternoon per week, approximately 1 to 1½ hours, with their assigned student.

Two tutors are assigned to each student whenever possible. This allows students to receive support more consistently while also providing flexibility if one tutor becomes unavailable.

If a schedule change or emergency arises, volunteers should contact the parent, site supervisor, or a Board member as soon as possible.

Volunteer Support

Board members maintain regular communication with volunteers and encourage collaboration among tutoring partners.

A shared document is created for each student so tutors can exchange updates and monitor progress together.

General meetings are held once or twice each year, giving volunteers the opportunity to:

Teaching materials are provided based on each student’s individual needs. Volunteers are also welcome to use appropriate resources from their own classroom or professional experience.

We do not require the use of standardized tutoring programs. Volunteers are encouraged to use strategies and materials that best support their students.


Safety Guidelines

The safety and well-being of both students and volunteers is a top priority.

Tutoring sessions should always take place in approved public or supervised community settings arranged through Collaboration Education.

Volunteers should not:

If concerns or emergencies arise, volunteers should contact a Board member immediately.


Confidentiality Policy

All interactions involving students, families, and schools are confidential and should remain within the context of Collaboration Education.

Student privacy must always be protected, including on social media and in photographs.

While activity photos may occasionally be used by the organization, they are taken in ways that do not reveal student identities.

Additional Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers may also participate in activities throughout the year, including:


Thank You for Joining Our Mission

We deeply appreciate your willingness to serve and support the children and families connected to Collaboration Education.

The encouragement, consistency, and care you provide can have a lasting impact that reaches far beyond academics.

Together, we can help children feel supported, confident, and capable of success.

Thank you for being part of our mission.


Board Members

Elaine Kanas — Board Chair
elaine.kanas@collaborationeducation.org

Deirdre Hayes — Secretary & Treasurer
 deirdre.hayes@collaborationeducation.org

Joanne Lufrano — Board  Director &  Volunteer Coordinator 
joanne.lufrano@collaborationeducation.org

Jeannette Baxter — Board Director & Special Education Coordinator