Volunteers
Volunteers Make a Difference
At Oakland Military Institute College Preparatory Academy (OMI), volunteers play a vital role in supporting our mission of developing academically successful, responsible, and community-minded leaders. We are proud of the strong partnerships we share with our families, community members, and supporters who generously give their time, talents, and expertise to enrich the educational experience of our cadets.
Our students/cadets are at the heart of everything we do. Whether assisting in classrooms, supporting school events, participating in field trips, helping with special projects, or contributing behind the scenes, volunteers help create a positive and engaging learning environment where every cadet can thrive.
We sincerely thank you for your willingness to serve and invest in the success of our students and school community.
Before beginning volunteer service, all volunteers must complete OMI's volunteer clearance process. Volunteer applications are reviewed and approved by school administration before final clearance is granted. Depending on the nature of the volunteer assignment, requirements may include background checks, TB clearance, fingerprinting, and compliance with applicable state and school policies designed to ensure the safety and well-being of our students.
To learn more about volunteering at OMI, including volunteer expectations, clearance requirements, and available opportunities, please review the Volunteer Handbook and related resources provided below.
We look forward to partnering with you in support of our cadets and our school community. Thank you for making a difference at Oakland Military Institute.
Interested in Volunteering?
Please review the documents below and complete all required steps before beginning volunteer service. For questions regarding the volunteer process, contact the OMI Human Resources Department.
Together, we build a stronger OMI community.
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Description | Supervision Required | Examples | Clearance Needed |
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| Visitor | Engages in school-related activities as an observer or participant without student supervision. |
No direct student supervision
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Attendance at school performances, meetings, or events
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No
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Volunteer Level 1
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Provides limited volunteer service (up to 2 times/year)
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Does not supervise students without a district staff member present
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Helping at a school/event twice a year under staff supervision
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Volunteer
Level 2
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Provides ongoing volunteer service without transport duties
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Does not supervise students without a district staff member present
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Regular classroom helper, assistance, field trip chaperone etc., but does not transport students
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Volunteer
Level 3
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Ongoing volunteer who is authorized to transport students.
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Does not supervise students without a district staff member present (unless driving for a school-related event)
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Volunteer driver for athletic events or field trips
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Tuberculosis (TB) Information:
TB CLEARANCE: Contact your physician for a current tuberculosis (TB) clearance, required by law. If you do not have a physician, you can contact Concentra at concentra.com
The Tuberculosis Risk Assessment form, a form from the California Department of Public Health, which may be an option in lieu of a skin test (your physician will determine).
Please allow for the 48 hour reading requirement if a skin test is necessary. Proof of TB clearance cannot be older than 60 days. Please note, TB clearance must be renewed every four years and is the volunteers responsibility to update.