Learning Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in learning how to more effectively support SPSSeattle Public Schools students and schools! Below are currently available learning opportunities for SPSSeattle Public Schools volunteers. New video tutorials and training resources are added regularly so please check back again soon.

2021-22 School Year Health & Safety Course for Volunteers

The following 25-minute course is required for all volunteers who will support schools and students in person. Click on the image below to start. Once completed, you will be prompted to fill a form and print or pdf it for your records.

Health Course Cover - student wearing a mask and a backpack arriving at the school.

Cultural Competency and Antiracist Practices

Seattle Tutoring Coalition Presents a Foundational Workshop on Cultural Competency and Antiracist Practices – Creating Healthy Relationships with Youth: Do No Harm

Build your skills as an anti-racist tutor! This self-paced training covers identity, culture, relationship building and power-sharing. Contact us to request the pre- and post worksheets.

LGBTQI+ Inclusion

Research shows the positive impact of LGBTQIA+ inclusive schools on the achievement of students, particularly LGBTQIA+ students of color furthest from educational justice, as well as the benefits to their non-LGBTQIA+ classmates. The following video offers strategies and helps volunteers build skills for supporting Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Plus (LGBTQIA+) students and affirm the inclusion of LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and community in Seattle Public Schools.

Learn more LGBTQ+ programs, curriculum and support at SPS.

Resources for Tutors

Our partnering organization the Seattle Tutoring Coalition provides excellent, free All-City Tutor Trainings and access to materials from past sessions on their website.

Adult Sexual Misconduct Prevention

All SPSSeattle Public Schools volunteers are required to complete the online Adult Sexual Misconduct Prevention training prior to beginning their volunteer service. Need a refresher Adult Sexual Misconduct Prevention?

Microsoft Teams – Tips For Remote Volunteers

This Power Point tutorial was created for remote volunteers connecting with SPSSeattle Public Schools students via MS Teams.

COVID-19 Safety Protocols

If you were recruited to volunteer in person during the COVID-19 pandemic, please review our COVID safety web page for volunteers. Approved volunteers are referred to the SPSSeattle Public Schools Volunteer Services Program Administrator to complete online training and quiz.