For Volunteers

Welcome to Berkeley Schools Volunteers (BSV)! We are a community of learners committed to ensuring all students receive the benefits of an excellent public education. Our 1,200+ community volunteers bring needed support, expertise, and resources to the students, staff, and schools of Berkeley Unified—every day of every year.

Classroom Volunteers

Classroom Volunteers are matched with BUSD Host Teachers who request volunteers based on grade-level, subject area, and need. Volunteers provide individual attention to students, support with classroom management, and serve as role models to students at all age levels. Classroom Volunteers commit to at least an hour a week for the entire school year.

School Support Volunteers

BSV School Support Volunteers support youth, families, and staff outside of the classroom. They are a responsive group that is activated based on direct needs identified by our school community. School Support Volunteers can sign up for an ongoing commitment or a one-time event.

BSV Portal

Our one stop shop for all things BSV! Check out our BSV Portal if you are a current volunteer who wants to view our training schedule, a prospective volunteer who wants to see our screening requirements, or a teacher who wants to request a Classroom Volunteer.