Opportunity Details
ENGAGE: Biztown Buddies
The McGrath Family JA BizTown is a 10,000 sq. foot mini-city in which kids discover how the "real world" works. Each day, about 150 5th graders become JA BizTown "citizens," where they work in one of 21 businesses, make personal financial decisions as well as for their business, hold business meetings, pay taxes and donate to charity.
Volunteers will be stationed in each shop; helping the students carry-on the day, stay on task and keep track of time (breaks etc.). The time commitment includes a one-hour training during the morning of the students JA BizTown scheduled date. You can watch the Biztown Volunteer Orientation video to better prepare for your visit.
Project Requirements & Important Notes
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Attire: Volunteers should wear casual attire, closed-toe and comfortable shoes.
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Bring: Please bring a lunch. Snacks are available for sale in the lobby cash only.
About Junior Achievement of San Diego
Since 1950, Junior Achievement of San Diego County has provided life-changing programs to more than 954,000 youth—in the classroom and after school—to foster an understanding of how the “real world” works. To ensure youth are prepared for their future, JA teaches them how to get a job, start a business and how to manage money.
Age Minimum (with Adult): 15+, Minimum Age:18+
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