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Junior Achievement is passionate people inspiring kids to learn the economics of life through free enterprise education. JA enables caring adults to share their experience with students to show them what it takes to be successful. After all, kids are our future!!!!

JA’s business and economics programs are for students in kindergarten through grade 12. The dynamic interaction between the volunteer and the students promotes active learning and brings theory to life.

JA’s unique approach integrates program materials, trainings, and support. JA is the successful bridge between education and business.

Students -- JA students demonstrated a significant understanding of economics and business concepts – particularly those who participated in programs at consecutive grade levels, as determined by independent evaluators.

Mentors -- Volunteers serve as role models to help young people better understand economic concepts in order to become successful in the workplace and in life.

Investors -- Business, foundations, and individuals support JA because it teaches students about economic and business and because JA’s positive impact is measurable.

Educators -- Teachers welcome Junior Achievement’s resources because they enhance the learning environment and reinforce the classroom curricula.

Volunteer Profile
JA Volunteers are:
Partners

Working cooperatively with teachers to make for fun, productive sessions

Appreciating their students in the classroom environment

Classroom Facilitators

Encouraging each student to participate in the activities

Defining concepts and ideas in understandable terms

Community Liaisons

Connecting business and education

Serving as role models while informing students of your company’s mission, your job responsibilities, and how your role affects the overall scope of your company’s operations

JA Volunteers must:

Have a desire to work with children and make a difference

Have a desire to inspire youth to become more informed citizens

Be reliable - be prepared for all activities, arrive on time, and complete the lessons

Be responsible - clearly communicate with the teachers, notifying them in advance of any schedule conflicts

Be professional, sociable, and in good standing with your company

Be yourselves - share your personal work experiences or other job-specific items (business models, charts, graphs, budgets, projects, surveys, proposals, etc.)

Keep in touch with JANJ staff

Above and beyond all else, have a great attitude

Why Volunteer?
(Benefits to students)

Fulfill a need for positive role models

Create memorable relationships

Care for others

Inspire others with your dedication

Explore new opportunities

Experience year-round appreciation

Lift spirits

Open doors to new experiences

Quiet others' worries and fears about career options

Vitalize programs with your service

Spread smiles wherever you go

Warm hearts with your kindness

Put your compassion into action

Touch lives forever

Rewards of Volunteering
(Benefits to yourself)

Keeping active and involved

Making great use of your time and talents

Realizing the difference your efforts make

Earning respect and admiration

Understanding people better

Increasing self-esteem

Developing new skills

Being part of the long-term solution to the financial crisis and lack of competitive workforce

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