- A formalized parent involvement program
- A formalized work experience program recognized by South Coast Business Employment Corporation and Adult and Family Services
- A positive self-esteem building program
- A recognition program for parents acknowledging the work and growth they have accomplished
- A parent training program recognized by Southwestern Oregon Community College as an approved practicum course
What are the Benefits?
For Parents:
- Increased skill, experience, confidence, and job readiness
- Positive recognition of their accomplishments
- Enhanced self-esteem
- Empowerment
For Head Start:
- Increased and consistent parent involvement
- Opportunities for staff to increase their supervisory skills
- Extra projects led by TAP volunteers
What are the Positions?
- Bus Driver Assistant
- Teacher Assistant
- Cook Assistant
- Janitorial Assistant
- Office Assistant
- Administrative Staff Assistant
- Family Service Assistant
How does TAP Work?
- Parents apply, interview, and are placed in job training positions throughout our program
- Parents attend an orientation and training
- Staff supervise and support TAP volunteers for a 4 to 6 month period, planning goals and activities on a monthly basis
- Parents are evaluated on their job skills and participation
- Parents attend employability trainings on computer literacy, resume writing and interviewing skills
- Parents recieve a certificate of completion at celebration event
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