BOOKMARKED TABLE OF CONTENTS

Requirements for Becoming an Assistant

Benefits of Becoming an Assistant

Reimbursement Coupon

Assistant Availabilities (class assistant, test assistant, event assistant)

TW Assistant Manual

 VOLUNTEER SIGN-UPS

PLEASE JOIN THE TEAMWORKS STAFF YAHOO GROUP!
This will ensure that you get all of your TW staff-related email. 

1.  Go to http://groups.yahoo.com  and set up an account
2.  Do a search on Teamworks
3.  Join the group.
4.  An email will be sent to me, I'll approve you.
5.  You can modify your preferences after than point on Yahoo.
 

(Remember that you can now do this from the PC at the Teamworks building if you do not have your own computer.)

NEW TEAMWORKS T-SHIRTS

All Instructors Must Attend at Least 3 Meetings

Starred (*) Meetings Indicate Paid Meeting for 7-9pm Attendance by Instructors (Continuing Education)

Michele will be present from 6-7pm before each Starred (*) Meeting for one-on-one Q &A
 

2009 MEETINGS

All Instructors Must Attend at Least 3 Meetings

Starred (*) Meetings Indicate Meeting that Instructors can earn voucher

Michele will be present from 6-7pm before each Starred (*) Meeting for one-on-one Q &A
 

Requirements for becoming a test/event assistant

Requirements for becoming a class assistant

• You or a family member of yours has taken a Teamworks class.

• You have approval from the owner of Teamworks Dog Training to become a test assistant.

• You have signed a Teamworks Dog Training class waiver.

• You agree with our training philosophy and understand that we do not use physical punishment at Teamworks Dog Training.

• You understand and agree that your role as a test assistant is to help the instructor in administering the CGC or Pet Partners test in the manner in which the instructor chooses, and in a manner in which you are comfortable with.

• As an assistant for Teamworks, you may not engage in uninsured outside dog training activities for monetary compensation.  Outside dog training activities that are covered by a dog trainer’s liability insurance policy can be submitted for consideration for approval to Michele.  

• You understand and agree that your role as a test assistant is not to offer training advice and you should defer all training questions to the instructor of the class.

• You understand and agree that these tests should be administered as consistently and fairly as possible, and that we do not show favoritism or discriminate by dog breed, or people race, gender, religion, lifestyle preference or other affiliation.

• You are willing to commit to assisting tests at least twice a month.

• You are willing to follow the rules in the TW Assistant Manual and look for updates quarterly.  Signing up for an assistant responsibility means you agree to follow the Teamworks Rules and Policies in this manual.

• You can sign up to help with tests online at http://216.154.216.175/cgi-bin/volunteer_menu.pl

• Test assistants do not need an orientation.

• You have personally taken at least two Teamworks Dog Training classes.  You should have already taken the class you are assisting in at least once -or- have the instructor's recommendation to assist the class.

• You have a personal recommendation from a Teamworks Dog Training instructor  and  approval from the owner of Teamworks Dog Training to become a class assistant.

• You agree with our training philosophy and understand that we do not use physical punishment at Teamworks Dog Training.

• You have reviewed the class homework and understand the theory behind it.

• You understand and agree that your role as a class assistant is to help the instructor in  the manner in which the instructor chooses and in which you are comfortable doing.

• As an assistant for Teamworks, you may not engage in uninsured outside dog training activities for monetary compensation.  Outside dog training activities that are covered by a dog trainer’s liability insurance policy can be submitted for consideration for approval to Michele.  

• You understand and agree that attention given to students in a class should be distributed as fairly as possible, and that we do not show favoritism or discriminate by dog breed, or people race, gender, religion, lifestyle preference or other affiliation.

• You respect the instructor's role in the classroom and act in a manner which supports the instructor's teaching style, making a conscious effort not to contradict the instructor or the written homework.

• You do not offer advice to students without consulting the instructor as to what advice is appropriate to give and what questions should be re-directed to the instructor.

• You are willing to commit to assisting all classes in a session, and willing to coordinate with the instructor for classes you will not be able to assist.

• You are willing to follow the rules in the TW Assistant Manual and look for updates quarterly.  Signing up for an assistant responsibility means you agree to follow the Teamworks Rules and Policies in this manual.

• Class assistants do not sign up online, but contact the instructor and Michele directly for approval.

• Class assistants must receive an orientation with Michele.

• After you assist tests for two months you will receive a Teamworks T-shirt.

• You may purchase premium dog food at special staff-only discounted prices as long as you maintain a volunteer schedule of at least two tests per month.

• You are welcome to come to Teamworks Staff Meetings and continuing education programs.

• Every hour you assist can be reimbursed for $10 worth of Teamworks classes, lessons, rentals, or equipment practice nights using a reimbursement voucher.

• If you don't already have a Teamworks T-shirt, you will receive one.

• You may purchase premium dog food at special staff-only discounted prices.

• You are encouraged  to come and actively participate in Teamworks Staff Meetings and continuing education programs.

• Every hour you assist can be reimbursed for $10 worth of Teamworks classes, lessons, rentals, or equipment practice nights using a reimbursement voucher.

Test Assistant Responsibilities

Class Assistant Responsibilities

Pet Partners Tests

• Arrive at least fifteen minutes before test starts

• Review Pet Partners volunteer orientation packet

• Become familiar with the Pet Partners Skills Test and Aptitude Tests; help is needed with Exercises 2, 5, 6, 11, D, E, F, G,  & H.

• Be observant of testing teams and give feedback to evaluator

• Please wear your Teamworks T-shirt, if possible

First Class of the Evening

• Try to arrive at least one half hour before class and   help instructor set up class room

• Assist students as needed

• Sell supplies (collecting inventory sticker, charging tax and writing receipts)

• Collect nametags before students leave

• Please wear your Teamworks T-shirt, if possible

CGC Tests

• Arrive at least fifteen minutes before test starts

• Review CGC Evaluator's Guidelines
  
• Become familiar with the CGC Test; help is needed with Walking Through a Crowd, Reaction to a Neutral Dog, and Handler Out of Sight exercises

• Be observant of testing teams and give feedback to evaluator

• Please wear your Teamworks T-shirt, if possible

Middle Class(es)

• Try to arrive at least 15 minutes before class begins to help set up

• Assist students as needed
  
• Sell supplies (collecting inventory sticker, charging tax and writing receipts)

• Collect nametags before students leave

• Please wear your Teamworks T-shirt, if possible

• Try to arrive at least one half hour before show begins to help set up

• Assist as needed, staying until the last runs are through

• You may choose to either claim your volunteer hours on your voucher or choose to have free runs that show for your dog.

• Vouchers are not valid for events that are sponsored by clubs.

• Please wear your Teamworks T-shirt, if possible

Last Class of the Evening

• Plan to stay at least one half hour after class to help clean up.  You will need to vacuum the floor and empty the trash.

• Assist students as needed.
  
• Sell supplies (collecting inventory sticker, charging tax and writing receipts)

• Collect nametags before students leave

• Please wear your Teamworks T-shirt, if possible

• Because of the year-long commitment to these jobs and the set-up and responsibility required, volunteers may claim volunteer hours and also run their dogs for free at EPN and COW.

Agility Trial Helpers

• For the listed Teamworks positions, you may claim these hours on your vouchers.  (General trial help offered to the clubs will be recognized by the club in charge of the trial.)
• Please wear your Teamworks T-shirt, if possible.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

EVENTS

AGILITY SHOW & GOS

CLASS ASSISTANTS

PET PARTNERS EVALUATIONS

CGC TESTS