Volunteer
What does it take to be a 4-H or 4-H Clover Kids club leader?
Leader Time Involvement:
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At least six hours of program/meeting time with Clover Kids per year (Sept.—May or June)
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Prep time for meetings can be 30 minutes to two hours, depending on the activity or project
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Required volunteer training (see below)
Leader Responsibilities:
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Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities for K-3 grade children with minimal supervision from professional staff
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Promote learning, interest and participation in the program for members and parents
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Communicate with 4-H staff as well as Clover Kid families about monthly meetings, county events, payment of fees and enrollment through 4HOnline, etc.
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Comply with all aspects of Iowa State University’s Child Protection and Safety Policy and Iowa State University’s mandate to be non-discriminatory
Benefits:
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Satisfaction of helping children develop skills that will help them throughout their lives
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Opportunities for continuous personal growth
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Appreciation from youth and parents who love the program!
Training Requirements:
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New Volunteer Training. To be completed within 1 year of becoming a new leader. Consists of 3 hours of face-to-face training in addition to 1 hour of pre-work.
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Yearly State Required Training. Training that strengthens one’s positive youth development knowledge and skills. New topic each year. Normally 2 hours in length.
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County Specific Training. Held in early fall to give leaders the tools to have a great 4-H year.
What volunteer opportunities are there with Dallas County 4-H aside from being a club leader?
Are you talented in photography, woodworking, cooking, technology or any other skill you'd be willing to share? We're always looking for people to host a learning workshop for our 4-H members! We also have opportunities to volunteer during the county fair. Contact us for more information: (515) 993-4281 or xdallas@iastate.edu.
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01/30/2021 - Babysitting Basics Webinar
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04/12/2021
Child Care That Works
- Bringing Balance and Wellness to Your Life
01/26/2021 - PALS 1: The Importance of Physical Activity in Early Childhood
02/22/2021 - PALS 2: Best Practices--Time and Space
02/24/2021 - PALS 3: Best Practices--Type, Daily Activities, Provider Role
03/01/2021 - PALS 4: Best Practices--Families, Training and Resources, Policies
03/01/2021
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Choosing to be a Clover Kid leader is a fantastic volunteer opportunity! The kids are so much fun! In this age group, there is such a variety of things you can do and they are so eager to learn new things. You can do just about anything! I think I learn just as much as them sometimes... There is excellent support through the ISU Extension Office and always the resources you need to succeed with your group. --- Shelby Greenslade, Clover Kid club ler
When you see the eyes light up as members discover they have achieved something they didn’t think they could do; when one member takes what he or she has learned, begins to teach a younger member; when you can see the growth in a shy member who entered the club three years ago and today is able to get up in front of people to explain something or take on a leadership role and mentor other members, you can begin to understand why it is such a joy of being a local 4-H leader.” --- Lorna Grow, Sugar Grove Sunshine 4-H Club