Volunteer

Procedures for School Site Volunteers/Chaperones

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Queen Creek Unified School District. We are excited that you want to volunteer with us.

If you are a parent or legal guardian that wants to volunteer in your own child’s classroom, an online application, fingerprint clearance, and background check are not required.

If you are a parent or legal guardian participating in an overnight event or if you are a community member that wants to volunteer inside of the classroom, please follow the steps below.

What you need to be a volunteer:

  1. Apply online at QCUSD District Careers. Notify the school(s) as soon as you have submitted your application.
  2. Background check (QCUSD HR department will submit a background check).
  3. Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) fingerprint clearance. (HR will contact you with instructions once your application has been approved).

*After you submit your application online you must contact the school(s) office where you wish to volunteer. Volunteer applications cannot be processed without approval from the school office.

All volunteers and chaperones are required to get fingerprinted and consent to a background check. Please allow at least 4 to 6 weeks for fingerprint clearance and the background check to clear.

Field trip chaperones must be at least 21 years of age.

Once your background check is cleared, you will receive an email notification that you have been approved to volunteer. The school office will contact you regarding your approval.

*Volunteers must reapply every school year.

For any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the school office or the QCUSD HR department for further assistance. Your dedication to volunteering is greatly appreciated! 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for School District Volunteer Procedures

How do I schedule a time to volunteer?
I am a parent or legal guardian that wants to volunteer in my own child’s classroom or on a day field trip. Do I need an online application, fingerprint background check, and background check?
I am a parent or legal guardian participating in an overnight event. Do I need an online application, fingerprint background check, and background check?
I am a community member or relative other than the parent or legal guardian that wants to volunteer inside of the classroom, on a day or overnight event. Do I need an online application, a fingerprint background check, and background check?
I am a current QCUSD employee. Do I need to apply?
I submitted the online application. What do I do now?
What is a fingerprint background check?
How do I complete the fingerprint background check?
How long does it take to get approved to volunteer?
Can I improve the turnaround time to get cleared to volunteer?
Do I get a fingerprint card after I complete the fingerprint background check?
Do I need to apply online and get a fingerprint background check every year?
How old do I need to be to volunteer on a field trip?
How long am I approved to volunteer for?