Volunteer

Beginning July 1, 2026, California Senate Bill 848 expands annual child safety requirements for school volunteers. Volunteers who are 18 years of age or older must complete additional child safety requirements before volunteering. 

Returning volunteers who had a volunteer clearance status as of the 2025-26 school year will also need to complete these updated requirements and submit a Volunteer Verification Form found in the steps listed further below.

Our school district recognizes that volunteers bring unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that enrich our schools and strengthen our community. Whether you have a few hours to share or are looking to make a lasting impact, your time and dedication help create meaningful opportunities for our students and staff.

We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and appreciate the skills, compassion, and commitment you bring. Volunteering may look different at each school site with opportunities ranging from small reading groups to help improve literacy or after school academic support to help our children reach their academic milestones. Thank you for considering joining our team of dedicated volunteers! 

Becoming a Volunteer for the 2026-27 School Year 

If you are a current San Juan Unified employee, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions page for more information on how to complete the process.

To become a volunteer for the 2026-27 school year, you will need to adhere to the Tuberculosis (TB) screening, annual Child Abuse Prevention Training, and fingerprinting requirements. Please see below for detailed information. 

Step 1: Complete Volunteer Verification form below. You will need to upload your tuberculosis (TB) test results, a risk assessment signed by a medical professional or official documentation from your medical provider indicating you are tuberculosis free. 

Step 2: If you have been fingerprinted previously as a volunteer or are a current San Juan Unified employee, please indicate this when completing your Volunteer Verification Form. Your application will be reviewed by an analyst to verify whether your fingerprints are on file. To complete the required annual Child Abuse Prevention Training, please register and select “District Volunteer” as your role. The required course is titled M-1126 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting: Training for Volunteers in California in our system. The link to access the Child Abuse Prevention Training can be found here: San Juan Unified - Child Abuse Prevention Training 

Step 3: If your fingerprints/background review are not on file, instructions on how to complete the process, along with the required form for LiveScan, will be sent via an email entitled "Authorized for Background Review." You will also receive the link to register for the annual online mandated Child Abuse Prevention Training.  

Step 4: If a background review is needed, you will schedule a fingerprinting appointment at www.sanjuan.edu/fingerprint. The Volunteer Verification form must be completed first, as it is required to link your fingerprint results. 

Volunteer fingerprinting is currently offered at no cost. Appointments are available between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. A valid photo ID is required. Evening walk-in clinics are available during the school year and can be found on the calendar further below. 

Step 5: The Volunteer team will confirm completion of the annual Child Abuse Prevention Training. Once you begin the online training, you will have 30 days to complete it. Completion of this training is required before volunteer service can begin. 

Step 6: Your application will be reviewed in it's entirety to ensure all requirements have been completed. Once completed, you and your primary school site will receive notification of your volunteer status.

Final Step: Volunteer! Congratulations and thank you for volunteering with us! Please connect with your school site for volunteer opportunities throughout the school year. 

Please allow 3–4 weeks for your volunteer application to be fully processed. This does not include any processing delays that may occur.

For more information, or support please contact the Volunteer Help Desk.
Call 916-971-7935 or email volunteer@sanjuan.edu

Begin Volunteer Verification