Community Partner Guide to Service Learning:
Tool #1A: Site Orientation Checklist

An On-Site Orientation should be conducted and cover the following (as applicable to a given situation):

• Agency Background
• Staff, clients, and other workers
• Mission statement of agency
• Building, space, facility tour
• Contact information in case of questions or concerns
• Confidentiality and proof of eligibility (fingerprints, background check)

Position

• Function of agency and their individual roles
• Requirements and job description or project plan
• Placement schedule and flexibility
• Office protocol and norms
• Specific procedures to follow
• Language and communication routes
• Train student

Supervisory duties

• Be visible and available as a teacher and mentor for students
• Designate appropriate tasks
• Be realistic with time commitment and student expectations
• Say “thank you” to students as recognition and support for doing good work
• Communicate, evaluate, and reflect

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