Classroom PALS provide teachers extra support that's critical to ensuring student success. General Position Overview: Classroom PALS - In this position, PALS work directly with the teacher or supervisor in a classroom setting. Tasks vary according to the teacher's plan for the day. You may choose to work in any department, not just your own child's department. Enrichment positions may include Music, Spanish, STEM, PE, Art, Study Skills and Media Center classes. Some Spanish-speaking parents may feel hesitant to volunteer. While proficiency in the English language is beneficial, it is not a strict requirement. Anyone who can read and write in English is welcome to work in many classroom. Individual classroom needs are varied. Duties include but are not limited to walking students to and from activities, grading papers, monitoring recess or lunch, putting up and taking down bulletin boards, performing clerical work, supervising when needed, assisting in academic and enrichment classes as needed, and working with small groups of students. Science PALS - Grades K-4 - This Science PAL helps the science teacher during class by working with the students or helping with experiments. Science PALS - Grades 5-8 - This person will work with Advanced Intermediate and Junior High science teachers in order to assist in the laboratory, inventory materials, involved in the Science Fair, etc.