We are looking for Program Aides!

Do you have a girl, age 11-17 years old, that enjoys working with younger girls?

Program Aides enjoy being Girl Scouts and want to share their skills with others, which helps promote the Girl Scout program. Program Aides are trained Girl Scouts who are at least two years older than the group they are serving. Once Program Aides are trained, they will be able to work with other troops by sharing their special talents and serve any service area event or council program.
Here is how it works!

1. Each girl will fill out the application form and have 3 reference forms completed. This will be turned into their leader.
2. Upon receiving the application, the leader will give the girl(s) the appropriate training. The council provides the leader the agenda and packet for training of girl(s).
3. The girl(s) will complete 25 hours of Program Aide experience. This is any experience in which they work with children. (Examples: any Girl Scout activity/event, church events, community related events, etc.)
4. Upon completion of the 25 hours of Program Aide experience, the Program Aide will receive a formal “Program Aide Certificate” and a patch.

Requirements:
A Program Aide must be a registered Girl Scout.
A Program Aide must have completed the 6th grade.
A Program Aide must complete the required training.

Qualities of a Program Aide:
Mature
Dependable
Confident
Outgoing
Able to Solve problems
Enjoys working with adults, younger girls and having fun!

How can this benefit a girl in the future?

• Looks great on future resumes or job applications
• Great opportunity for skills to grow and strengthen
• Great experience in a leadership role
• Proof that she is willing to go above and beyond

2010 Program Aide Packet (693K, 45 pages)