Jumpstart School Year

Corps members complete an intensive commitment and make a substantial impact in the life of a young child. During the school year, Corps members participate in the following activities:

• Serve part-time, 10-15 hours per week, during the school year, including:
• Jumpstart sessions with a team and small groups of children, 4 hours per week (two sessions per week for two hours each)
  Team planning meetings and session preparation, which includes planning, reflection, and/or training, 2-3 hours per week
  2-5 hours each week in a preschool classroom during the regular school day
  1 hour of individual planning and preparation for Jumpstart sessions
  
• Communicate with children’s family
• Participate in intensive pre-service and on-going trainings
• Attend periodic service days, often held on weekends