.....Volunteer Information; AYSO, of which Clio AYSO Region 476 is an affiliate, is a nationwide, non-profit, all-volunteer organization. It relies on the support of local volunteers for coaching, refereeing, field preparation, and many other behind-the-scenes activities each and every season, all season long. No one is paid for their services: not the board members, not the coaches, not the referees. Thanks for visiting this page, and for investing in our childrens' future by donating your time to Clio AYSO. No experience is necessary...we'll train you! And remember: If you don't volunteer, another parent will have to do both their part, as well as yours. So be generous with your time and let us know where we can use YOU! Are you a current volunteer? If so, our deepest thanks and appreciation go out to you for all of your efforts -- no matter how large or small! Are you interested in becoming a volunteer? It's easy! Whether you want to coach, referee, help with field preparation, or serve on our board of directors, your first step is to complete a volunteer application. When it's complete, simply turn it in when you complete your child's registration.
Be a AYSO Volunteer!
AYSO Region 476 is an all-volunteer organization - the fees we charge pay strictly for uniforms, equipment, and other expenses. Organizing a soccer program is an enormous undertaking made possible only through the dedicated efforts of people like you. All households with a child in the program are asked to provide one volunteer. Volunteers without a child in the program are also welcome. Parents are asked to submit a form indicating their volunteer preference at registration
The following volunteer opportunities are available:
Coach. ....Time commitment: ~50 hrs/yr. A coach participates on game days, holds team practices, teaches game fundamentals to the players, and helps players develop good sportsmanship. Attends fall division meeting, spring coach meeting, coach training, and weekly practices and games. You don't need to have played soccer or know much about it in order to coach. Particularly at the lower levels, many coaches learn the game along with their kids
Assistant coach. ''' Time commitment: 2-3 hrs/wk during season. The assistant coach assists the coach at practices and games and stands in for the coach when necessary. Attends coach training, fall division meeting, spring coach meeting, and weekly practices and games
Referee. ... Time commitment: 1-3 hours on game day. The referee arbitrates games, helping players understand why an infraction or penalty is called. At younger levels, referees may show the proper way to do throw-ins, corner kicks, and goal kicks, etc. Attends referee training and one annual referee meeting
Youth referee.... Same duties as referee. Youth referees are players or youth age 12 and up. Can use this experience to meet school community service requirements
Team parent.... Time commitment: 1½ hrs/wk during season. The team parent coordinates the snack schedule and otherwise assists the coach and assistant coach, e.g., distributing uniforms, picking up trophies or picture orders, etc.
Field management. ...Time commitment: 3+ hours each season. Help plan field layout in late summer; stripe fields before season begins; refresh lines in early AM on game days
Newsletter. ... Time commitment: 3-5 hours in February or August. Assist in publication of regional newsletter - conduct interviews, write articles, edit copy.
Concession Stand'''Time commitment 3-5 hours on game days. Assist at stand setting up on game days. Preparing and selling food, snacks, and drinks during games.
Board Members .. Time commitment varies. Opening and descriptions below
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Regional Referee Administrator ...The Regional Referee Administrator shall be responsible for the recruiting, training and supervising of all referees in the Region. The Regional Referee Administrator shall require that each referee, assistant referee, and youth referee complete a volunteer application form in accordance with the National Support Center's applicable policies and guidelines. The Regional Referee Administrator shall also take reasonable measures to verify the information contained therein by checking references and making other appropriate inquiries before permitting such volunteer to participate. The Regional Referee Administrator shall nominate for appointment by the Regional Board a Regional Director of Referee Instruction to assist in planning and implementation of referee and assistant referee orientations, clinics and other training programs in accordance with the AYSO National Referee Program and to coordinate such efforts with area and/or section staff. The Regional Referee Administrator shall nominate for appointment by the Regional Board a Regional Director of Referee Assessment to assist in administering the certification component of the AYSO National Referee Program and to coordinate such efforts with area and/or section staff. The Regional Referee Administrator shall arrange for orientations, clinics and training programs for all referees and assistant referees in the Region at least annually, and shall coordinate his/her efforts with the Regional Commissioner and the Area Referee Administrator. The Regional Referee Administrator shall be responsible for the scheduling of referees and assistant referees within the Region, or delegate such task to another responsible volunteer or assistant and coordinate such efforts with the Region's scheduler of games
- Regional Director of Referee Instruction...The Regional Director of Referee Instruction shall implement, monitor, and maintain the AYSO Referee Training Program at the Regional level. The Regional components are the Regional Referee Course and the Assistant Referee Training Course. The Regional Director of Referee Instruction obtains the course guides from AYSO National Support Center or area staff; sets up orientations, clinics and training; and obtains qualified instructors to teach. The Regional Director of Referee Instruction works together with the Area Director of Referee Instruction to meet the ongoing training needs of the local referees, assistant referees and youth referees.
- Fundraising Coordinator...The Fundraising Coordinator, shall serve as a liaison between the Regional Commissioner, the coachs, and the Team Parents and with the vendor providing fundraising products or services for the planning and implementation of any Regional fundraising activities outside of sponsorships and registration fees. The Fundraising Coordinator shall also supervise the collection of any fundraising monies and transfer the same in a timely fashion to the Regional Treasurer, and the collection and return of any unsold fundraising products to the vendor providing such products. The Fundraising Coordinator shall be responsible for obtaining information about, and for compliance with, any and all local laws or regulations which may be applicable to the Region’s fundraising activities.
We will train you
All individuals who volunteer in any capacity must submit a volunteer application. To do so: Complete the volunteer application using eAYSO, our online registration service. The application requires you to give three references, including a personal reference, a professional reference and a reference from any prior volunteer experience with youth. Print a copy of the application and bring it to registration. You may wish to print an extra copy for your records. Also bring your driver's license or state photo ID. NOTE: All volunteers must register in person
All volunteers need to have a Safe Haven Class. This can be done two different ways. You can go to one of the scheuled class's being offerd or go online and get certification there. Go online to Safe Haven or contact Mike Mills at 686-2137
