JA BizTown combines in-class learning with a day-long visit to a simulated town for 5th and 6th grade students. JA BizTown creates an unmatched experience where students can interact within a simulated economy and take on the challenge of managing organizations. Here, students not only discover the intricacies of jobs and being members of the community, but also discover the abundance of opportunities available within their cities.
Volunteers will need to arrive by 8:15 am for a short training and children will arrive by 9:00 am. The simulation will end by 2:00 pm. Volunteers will oversee and assist a small group of students at one of the JA BizTown businesses. This is the culmination of a 12-lesson JA curriculum taught in the classroom prior to the day's simulation. We ask that volunteers dress comfortably as you will be standing and interacting with your students; organization or company shirts are welcomed. Volunteers will receive lunch, however, if you have any dietary restrictions, you may prefer to provide your lunch.
Please note that volunteers are required to complete a background check before the day of, and if not will be unable to volunteer; following registration a staff member will send a background screening link via email, free of cost. Additionally, we ask that volunteers be at least 18yo.
Memphis is an incredibly diverse city as such we welcome bilingual volunteers, please let us know if you are bilingual and what languages you speak in the notes section of your response.
