Parent Helper Rules

1. Please sign the parent helper sign in sheet before assisting class.

2. If you are assisting, please don't have other children with you. 

3. Parent Helpers  may never discipline students, always alert the Instructor to problems.  Always be courteous and polite when talking with students and parents.

4. Please use a calm and reassuring tone of voice while talking to students.

5. Always use positive reinforcement towards students. Example “Good job, you’re doing very well!”  Never belittle, embarrass or make fun of a student.

6. Parent Helpers must always go in pairs when escorting students to bathrooms. If no other parent helpers are available, have the class secretary or an advanced student assist you.  Parent Helpers are not allowed to enter the restroom with the students.

7. Please be as quiet as possible during class, noisy helpers will be asked to wait outside.

8. Parent Helpers at no time may get into instructor’s inventory, drop box, or class roster book. See instructor for assistance.

9. Please dress in appropriate clothing to assist class. Example, do not wear bikini tops, mini skirts, T-shirts with foul language, etc.

10.  Parent Helpers don't have a position of authority with YCOA.  Only the instructor and YCOA staff can make authoritative decisions for YCOA.  Any issues that need an authoritative decision made, need to be brought to the instuctor's attention.

Helpful tasks to assist instructor

1. Guard all exits, do not allow students to leave the facility unless with a parent or guardian.  Door guards for our dismissal procedure are identified by a florescent vest.

2. Keep a helpful eye on students in class; look for students who may have to use the bathroom or student who may be getting sick. Watch for dangerous situations and advise instructors immediately.

3. Help with lining up students and preparing students for class.

4. Watch instructors teaching gear and belongings.

5. Help instructor to keep the facility clean and put back into order at the end of class.

6. Help with any equipment drills.