Damascus Christian School: Volunteers

Thank you for your desire to become involved in ministry here at Damascus Christian School! There are many ways to volunteer at DCS and we look forward to working with you. Some volunteer options may include....

  • Driving for Field Trips or Sports

  • Classroom Help

  • Recess

  • Extra-Curricular Chaperones/Drivers

  • Library Help

  • Maintenance/Campus Work Days

Because we take our leadership responsibility seriously, we need to know as much as we can about those to whom we entrust the spiritual, academic, physical and emotional development of our students. To become an approved volunteer, please complete the following items:

  1. Complete the online Background Check form. The online form is on a secure server and the information on the site are protected. Background checks must be renewed every 2 years.

  2. After your background check is submitted and processed, you will receive an email from message@protectingourkids.com. This email will provide you a link to complete an Online Child Safety Training. The training should take about 45-60 minutes and can be done in multiple sittings. 

  3. Please read and sign the Child Safety Policy 

  4. Please read the DCC Statement of Faith and sign the Statement of Faith Agreement

  5. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Application; then turn it in to the finance office. This is a one-time form for first time volunteers that does not need to be renewed.

  6. Please print and submit the DCS Driver Application Form, along with a copy of your insurance declarations page. At the time of submission, DCS/DCC Office Staff personnel must visually verify your driver's license and sign off on your application form before it can be processed. In lieu of an in-person visual verification, you may submit a photo copy of your driver's license with the application form.

  7. COVID - Please reach out to the Finance Office for the most current information on required reporting requirements.

Please allow a minimum of 2 weeks to complete the volunteer approval process. Kristie Herdener is the contact person for managing volunteer status and is happy to help answer any questions you might have. Feel free to email her at kristie.herdener@damascuscc.org