Volunteering

In the Delta School District, we believe that strong partnerships between schools, families, and the community help create welcoming, inclusive, and supportive learning environments where every student can thrive.

We are seeking enthusiastic and committed volunteers who share our passion for supporting student learning and well-being.

As a Delta Schools volunteer, you will play an important role in enriching the educational experience of our students by contributing your time, skills, and talents. Whether you are interested in assisting in classrooms, supporting school events, helping with extracurricular activities, or contributing in other meaningful ways, there are many opportunities to get involved and make a positive difference in school communities.

Together, we can help foster a sense of belonging, encourage student success, and strengthen the connections that make our schools vibrant places to learn and grow.

Volunteer Application Process

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us! The following steps explain how to become an approved Delta Schools volunteer:

Step 1: Contact Your School

Please contact your school office to express your interest in volunteering and learn about available opportunities.

Step 2: Apply for a Criminal Record Check (CRC)

Under the Criminal Records Review Program (CRRP), school boards are mandated to ensure that all school volunteers with the potential for unsupervised access to children or vulnerable adults complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC).

The Delta School District appreciates your understanding that requesting this check is both a legal requirement, and part of our commitment to student safety.

Recognizing that there may be sensitivities around providing such information, CRC clearances are confidentially handled through the Delta School District’s Human Resources (HR) Department located at the Board Office.

To complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC):

  1. Click on the following link to Apply to the District as a Volunteer: Apply to Volunteer

For instructions on how to complete the steps to Apply to the District, click here.

  1. Once your application is received by Human Resources, you will receive an email from PSSG Security Programs Division, to the email address you provided on your application (check your junk or spam folder). Instructions will be included in this email. Please complete this step as soon as possible and only submit one request form – the link will expire in 14 days and your application cannot proceed until it is completed.
    • Complete the CRC using a BC Service Account (preferred) – Instructions for setting up the App are available here: BC Services Card Setup Guide
    • If you are unable to use BC Service Account, please contact the Delta School District’s HR department at humanresources@deltaschools.ca to verify identity with photo ID* in person (please quote “CRC Check – Volunteer” in the subject line of your email).
  1. Once your CRC has been processed, HR will send a confirmation email to you and to the school(s) you are requesting to volunteer at.

Returning Volunteers

Criminal Record Checks are valid for five years, unless a volunteer is charged with or convicted of a new offence. If this occurs, the volunteer must report the charge or conviction to their school or the district so that a new Criminal Record Check may be initiated, in accordance with section 24.9 of the Criminal Records Review Act.

Volunteers will be contacted when a new Criminal Record Check is required.

Step 3: Volunteer Application Forms

Depending on your role, you will be asked to complete one (or more) of the following application forms:

Volunteer Form – for volunteers supporting school activities.

Volunteer Form – for volunteers who transport students as part of a school activity or field trip.

Please complete the applicant sections of the form and bring it to your school, along with the supporting documents requested in the form. School staff will complete the verification and approval sections. Forms are also available from your school office.

Approved volunteer forms remain valid until the end of the school year. A new application form must be submitted each school year.

Apply early: We encourage volunteers to contact their school early in the school year to help ensure that application approvals are completed well before planned volunteer activities begin.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS – REQUIRED ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION

Volunteers who will be transporting students must complete a Volunteer Driver Application form (see above) and provide the following documentation to the school for verification:

  • Valid BC driver’s license.
  • Proof of BC vehicle registration and insurance with at least $1 million third-party liability insurance coverage for the vehicle being used.
  • A copy of a Driver’s Abstract issued within the last 30 days. The Driver’s Abstract must be obtained through ICBC https://icbc.com/driver-licensing/getting-licensed/Your-driving-record
Step 4: School Approval

Once all required documentation, including your application form, has been reviewed, your school will contact you regarding final approval to begin volunteering.

Questions?

For questions on volunteer opportunities and requirements, please contact your school office.

For Criminal Record Check inquiries, please contact humanresources@deltaschools.ca and enter Volunteer Criminal Check in the subject line.

Volunteer Criminal Record Check FAQ:
  1. Who needs a Criminal Records Check?
    A Criminal Record Check is required for all volunteers who work with students under the age of 19, with the exception of:
    -District students who are volunteering at their own school.
    -Current Delta School District employees who already completed a CRC as a condition of employment.
  2. How Long does a Criminal Record Check (CRC) clearance last?
    A CRC is valid for 5 years. If a volunteer is charged or convicted of an offense within the 5-year period, they are required to report immediately to the Manager or Principal at the site. A new check will need to be done.
  3. How much does a Criminal Record Check cost?
    A volunteer CRC is free of charge
  4. How long does it take to process and receive a clearance?
    Volunteer CRCs can take 4–6 weeks to process. In most cases, they are completed within one week. Volunteers are encouraged to apply for a CRC at the beginning of the school year if they anticipate volunteering at any time during the year. Please Note: Once you have submitted your CRC application, your school will follow up with you to confirm when you may begin volunteering.
  5. Will I need to provide my fingerprints?
    The CRRP conducts a check on every volunteer processed through the program; however, only those who share a similar combination of name or date of birth as a record of a suspected sex offender will be requested to provide fingerprints. If an individual is flagged for fingerprinting, the CRRP will issue a Fingerprint Request Letter directly to the applicant. Surrey Schools will not be notified of the request.
  6. What to do if you did not receive an email from PSSG or if your link expired?
    If you did not receive the email from PSSG:
    -Check your junk or spam folder.
    -Confirm that you are checking the same email account that you provided in your Volunteer application.
    -Allow up to 2-3 business days for the email to arrive.
    -If your link has expired, please contact humanresources@deltaschools.ca and quote “CRC Check – Volunteer” in the subject line of your email.
  7. Can I start volunteering as soon as I receive CRC clearance?
    CRC clearance is one step as part of your application to volunteer. Applicants will be contacted by their school administration to confirm final approval of their application.
  8. Can I receive a copy of my CRC clearance?
    Under the CRRP (Criminal Records Review Program), the Delta School District is not permitted to provide copies of your CRC.
District Procedures

Volunteer involvement is guided by the following Board Procedures:

490-School Volunteers

491-Student Transportation by Volunteer Drivers