Volunteer at MPS
At Midland Public Schools, volunteers play a key role in supporting students, staff, and schools in both big and small ways. Whether it’s helping in a classroom, lending a hand during lunch, or supporting school events, our volunteers help create positive, safe, and engaging learning environments every day.
No matter your schedule or experience, there’s a volunteer opportunity that fits you. Volunteering with MPS is a great way to connect with students, support educators, and be an active part of our school community.
Join the SHINE Squad!
At MPS, our volunteers are members of an elite group we call the SHINE Squad. These incredible people make an impact because they:
- Support
- Help
- Inspire
- Nurture
- Engage
SHINE Squad members can be parents, grandparents, aspiring educators, community groups, or residents looking to bring a little extra light to our schools. Each SHINE Squad member receives a limited-edition SHINE Squad t-shirt to wear during their assignments, a brief 30-minute training session prior to their first shift, and the feeling that they are making a difference for students in our community!
Check out the current available job opportunities below, then click on the "Complete Volunteer Form" button to complete a quick application. Most opportunities only require you to provide a driver's license or state ID. Specific additional requirements will be listed under each volunteer opportunity.
If you have a group interested in volunteering or have additional questions, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Jenny O'Connor at 989-923-5001 or oconnorjm@midlandps.org.
Available Volunteer Opportunities
Our budding artists are creating up a storm, and we want to proudly display their creations. One problem: We have one art teacher, but hundreds of art pieces! In this role, you'll spend 1-2 hours per week assisting in decorating the hallways with students' artwork.
Position Location: Woodcrest Elementary
Documents required: Driver's license or state-issued ID card.
This opportunity is the best way to fully immerse yourself in what we do at MPS. Volunteers will work directly with students in grades K-5, helping with classroom activities, reading with kids, and supporting kiddos in their day-to-day learning. No previous educator experience is necessary. Morning and afternoon positions are available - come for a few hours or stay for the entire day!
Position Location: Woodcrest Elementary
Documents required: Driver's license or state-issued ID card.
This is your opportunity to make a . supervising our little learners, keeping them safe, supervised, and in one place
Position Location: Adams Elementary (Morning and afternoon), Plymouth Elementary (Morning only)
Documents required: Driver's license or state-issued ID card.
Flex your green thumb, get some fresh air, and help keep the Huskies' home looking lovely! As a volunteer gardener, you’ll trim around our memorial stones, tackle weeds, freshen up our science and relaxation station, and help care for the peaceful creekside area. These outdoor spots are places for learning, reflection, and a little breathing room. Your work will keep them welcoming and ready for students.
Position Location: Jefferson Middle School
Documents required: Driver's license or state-issued ID card.
If you have a soft spot for small children, this is a great gig for you! This opportunity will have you doing everything from opening milk cartons to grabbing an extra spork to ensuring transitions between lunchtime and the next activity go smoothly for everyone. Students at this age may require a high level of supervision, but offer a high degree of joy (and smiles!) in return.
Position Location(s): Carpenter Pre-Primary Center, Chestnut Hill Elementary
Documents required: Driver's license or state-issued ID card.
As a Middle School Lunchtime Volunteer, you’ll hang with awesome kids in grades 6-8, be a friendly face in the cafeteria, help with quick table cleanup, and keep an eye on doors and passes so everyone’s where they should be.
Lunch is a big deal in middle school — it’s social, loud, and full of energy. Your presence helps keep it safe, positive, and welcoming.
Position Location: Jefferson Middle School, Northeast Middle School
Documents required: Driver's license or state-issued ID card.
Lunch time at the high school level is one of the busiest times of the school day. Volunteers will spend the hour connecting with students in grades 9-12 (no "rizz" necessary), being a steady, positive presence, and helping ensure everyone is where they’re supposed to be. This position is available on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Position Location: Dow High School
Documents required: Driver's license or state-issued ID card.
You can ensure the media center is fully stocked and ready for students to explore! This position helps by re-shelving books, organizing items, and giving our media center paraprofessionals an extra set of hands.
Position Location: Woodcrest Elementary
Documents required: Driver's license or state-issued ID card.
The PYP Exhibition is the finish line of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), a big end-of-year project that gives our 5th-grade students a chance to demonstrate the knowledge and skills they've gained throughout elementary school in a topic they care about. You'll work with students to perfect their Exhibition project, including helping with research, creating visuals, and preparing for their presentation at the end of the year. Morning and afternoon opportunities are available.
Position Location: Woodcrest Elementary
Documents required: Driver's license or state-issued ID card.