Opportunities From: Volunteer Center of Racine County, Inc.

Peace Learning Circles (PLC) is seeking Assistant Facilitators for the 2014-2015 school year. The assistant facilitators support and assist the lead facilitators. The assistant facilitators also lead two small break-out groups and help redirect the students to keep the day on schedule and running smoothly. The day is a fun-filled day, each one different from the last. There is satisfaction in knowing that you have made a difference to the students that could last a lifetime. A short training and a background check is required. The Peacemakers Workshop is designed for 4th grade students and up. It consists of a 5 hour workshop, with students attending as a field trip day. Students participate in experiential activities where the focus is on building positive relationship skills. Throughout the workshop day, students learn six "peace tools, non-violent alternatives, communication skills, explore feelings, inclusion, cooperation, and participate in team-building games. Prior teaching experience is not needed. A short training and a background check is required. We are looking for dependable people with a heart for peace and hope for the future of our children. Assistant facilitators need to be patient and comfortable with children, redirecting them when necessary. PLC staff are mentors and positive role models for the behavior and skills we teach.

Peace Learning Circles (PLC) is seeking Booster Facilitators for the 2014-2015 school year. The Booster Facilitator presents three follow-up "boosters" to a class after their participation in the Peacemakers Workshop. Each booster is about one hour and presented 2-3 weeks apart in the classroom. The boosters consists of a review of the skills that were taught in the workshop. Additional skills are also taught through fun activities and lessons. Prior teaching experience is not needed. A short training and a background check is required. Since Booster Facilitators need to review the workshop curriculum with the students, they must assist at a minimum of two workshops and observe each booster prior to their presenting a booster to the students. We are looking for dependable people with a heart for peace and hope for the future of our children. All staff and facilitators need to be patient and comfortable with children, redirecting them when necessary. PLC staff are mentors and positive role models for the behavior and skills we teach.

Peace Learning Circles (PLC) is seeking Lead Facilitators for the 2014/2015 school year. The Peacemakers Workshop is designed for 4th grade students and up. It consists of a 5 hour workshop, with students attending as a field trip day. Students participate in experiential activities where the focus is on building positive relationship skills. Throughout the workshop day, students learn six "peace tools, non-violent alternatives, communication skills, explore feelings, inclusion, cooperation, and participate in team-building games. A team of two facilitators are needed for each workshop. Facilitators lead the games & activities and teach the 6 peace tools. (Assistant facilitators are present to assist the facilitators with all of the activities.) The basic curriculum is the same for each workshop. The facilitators take turns presenting the different skills at each workshop. Lead facilitators can also present the 1 hour boosters in the weeks following the workshops. The workshop is a fun-filled day, each one different from the previous. There is satisfaction in knowing that you have made a difference to the students that could last a lifetime. Prior teaching experience is not needed. A training provided by PLC and a background check is required. The bulk of the training will be observing and participating in the workshops, and presenting the skills as you feel comfortable with the program. Facilitators are expected to be fully responsible for the physical and emotional well-being of all of the students in their care. Creativity and flexibility are important. A certain amount of energy, organization, and concentration is required to insure the day goes smoothly. There is a standard curriculum that is taught with each activity building on the previous one. We are looking for dependable people with a heart for peace and hope for the future of our children. All staff and facilitators need to be patient and comfortable with children, redirecting them when necessary. PLC staff are mentors and positive role models for the behavior and skills we teach. Lead Facilitators are also Booster Facilitators. Each booster is about one hour and presented 2-3 weeks apart in the classroom. The boosters consists of a review of the skills that were taught in the workshop. Additional skills are also taught through fun activities and lessons.

This position will assist program staff with scheduling the Peacemakers Workshops and Boosters with participating schools, preparation of educational materials, and assist with the community programs such as Compassionate Community, Circles of Peace, and Public Discussions. This position will have many various and diverse opportunities to assist, such as; photocopying, laminating, assisting with mailings, research, data-base development, and various other activities. Training provided as needed. This person will be a valuable team member with Peace Learning Circles as we expand our programs and vision for the community. This opportunity requires an organized and detail oriented person who is able to follow direction, is highly motivated, a visionary, flexible, and can work independently and in a small team. Training is provided as needed.

Peace Learning Circles (PLC) is looking for volunteers to be on the Fund Development Committee. PLC's main source of funding has been primarily through grants, donations and fee for service. However, as funding within our schools continues to decline, there are ongoing challenges to fund the Peacemaker Workshops and school programs. The Fund Development Committee will address financial support through the development of a new fund development plan. The Fund Development Plan will include fee for services/programs; donations; fundraisers and grants. The Fund Development Committee will determine the meeting times as needed. Training is not required, however, experience in this area is helpful. We are looking for team players, that are responsible and responsive. In addition, enthusiasm, energy, creativity, and the desire to contribute talents, time, and expertise to further our mission is essential to the success of the committee.