Volunteer Experiences
I Am My Brothers Keeper
I have been volunteering with I Am My Brother’s Keeper (IAMBK), a local community organization, since February 2025. I work with children through after-school programs, mentoring, and community events. My main responsibilities include helping with homework, leading activities, and building relationships with the kids. This experience has taught me the importance of being supportive, patient, and present. I’ve also learned how to be a good leader and how to connect with children from different backgrounds. It relates to my goal of becoming a Child Life Specialist because it helped me grow in working with children and supporting their emotional needs. Programs like IAMBK truly impact kids’ lives, and volunteers can make a real difference just by showing up and caring.
Yarbrough Elementary Sound Event
In February 2025, I volunteered at a sensory event hosted by Yarbrough Elementary School. During this event, I helped create and set up sensory-friendly toys and activities for the children. I also played games with them and made sure each child felt included and engaged. This experience gave me the chance to work directly with children in a fun, supportive environment while learning more about sensory needs and how to meet them. It helped me grow in patience, creativity, and understanding of how different children experience the world. This connects to my goal of becoming a Child Life Specialist because it taught me how to support children through play and sensory based activities. The audience should care because events like this help children feel safe, seen, and supported and volunteers can make a big difference just by being kind and involved.
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lee County
I volunteered at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lee County from March 2023 to April 2023. This organization supports children through after-school programs and activities that promote growth and development. During my time there, I helped with homework, led games and crafts, and provided support to children throughout the day. I learned how to work with kids from different backgrounds, encourage teamwork, and be a positive role model. This experience helped me grow in my ability to support children emotionally and socially, which connects to my goal of becoming a Child Life Specialist. Programs like the Boys & Girls Club give kids a safe and positive space to grow, and volunteers help make that possible.
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