Handbook for Current Volunteers
Practical Information
Training video: New ENGin volunteers may watch this training video in lieu of attending the Zoom training. This video contains useful information that can also serve as a refresher course for current volunteers.
Program Rules: Our rules can be found here.
New Volunteer Quiz: After you are accepted to ENGin, please review all 5 sections of the handbook OR attend a Zoom training. Then be sure to complete our mandatory quiz.
Video Tutorials on Using Zoom and Google Meet:
Learn a bit about our mission, our history, and how your work with ENGin is helping change lives!
If you're interested to read more about ENGin's story, check out the article here.
Chat with Other ENGin Volunteers: We invite you to join one of our online volunteer communities to ask questions, share ideas, and get advice. You may choose your preferred platform from the following:
Training Videos: Please be sure to watch all videos if you have not attended an ENGin Zoom training.
Learn a bit about our mission, our history, and how your work with ENGin is helping change lives!
Scheduling and Communication
All the details about getting matched, contacting your buddy, and setting up your first session. Here are key links mentioned in the video:
Please note: You will initially reach out to your student by email. Once you get in touch, feel free to switch to a chat app that's convenient for you both (e.g. Instagram DMs or any other app you both use).
Your First Session
This video explains what to do in your first session. See the session materials section of the handbook for discussion questions and icebreaker activities!
ENGin Session Plans
This video introduces ENGin's optional session plans. You can find more information in the Session Materials tab of the handbook.
Managing Student Attendance Issues
If you are having trouble completing sessions each week due to student attendance or responsiveness issues, here are some tips for what to do.