VOLUNTEER
Teaching Philosophy
School is a sacred place where people's talents are nurtured. It is like a great furnace where steel is forged. After being smelted thousands of times, students become indestructible like vajra. In the future, they will be able to serve the country well. Teachers, in turn, experience the joy of teaching talented and promising students. Theirs is a sacred and inviolable duty and they should take that duty seriously.
Our schools implement a volunteer teacher system established by Venerable Master Hsuan Hua. The idea is to set up a model of incorruptibility for teachers.
In this way, the teacher can teach with full concentration and effort. They will not just be a “teacher of books,” they will also be a “teacher of people.” As it is said, “When one reaches the level of no seeking, one’s character will be noble.” Only teachers who are not seeking money and fame can influence students with their aspirations and broad ideals, thus undertaking the difficult task of rectifying people’s lives and developing long-lasting peace.
Volunteer
We invite you to contribute your skills and expertise through a variety of volunteer opportunities at Dharma Realm School. This is an excellent way to give back to the community while making a meaningful impact on the educational experience of our students. Available positions include volunteer teaching, tutoring, coaching sports, mentoring students, club advisory and facilitating extracurricular activities. Some of our volunteer teachers teach part-time or full-time, are semi-retired or working professionals, or live off campus or on campus.
“Every teacher should set an example with his own conduct. The teachers should be honest and self-respecting, and pass their wisdom and aspirations on to the next generation.”
How to Become a Volunteer Teacher
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The best way to see if volunteering at Dharma Realm School is the right fit for you is to come see the campus for yourself and learn more about our school mission and education philosophy. Schedule a tour to visit our campus, or feel free to contact us during normal business hours.
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Fill out a completed application form and send via email to info@cdrigdvs.org. Attach a resume with your application. Please allow us 1-2 weeks to review and process applications.
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After we process and review your application, we will reach out to schedule an interview in person or via Zoom.
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We will reach out if there are required documents that needs to be submitted prior to starting your teaching assignment, such as references, health form, proof of TB clearance within the last 3-5 years, and fingerprints submitted to Department of Justice for criminal record check.
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We are delighted to have you on our team! Please review carefully all handbooks and school policies, and let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
“Stepping into the temple grounds each week feels like entering a peaceful environment. I am not only teaching someone but learning for myself the true meaning of life. I have learned that the most precious thing you can donate is your time. Seeing my students explore their strengths makes every hour spent feel like a spiritual practice.
Teaching isn’t just about passing on knowledge; it’s about fostering empathy and a sense of social responsibility in the next generation. CDR Instilling Goodness Elementary School has been emphasized on 8 Virtues Teaching: Filiality, Fraternity, Loyalty, Trustworthiness, Propriety, Righteousness, Incorruptibility, and Sense of Shame.
Volunteering here hasn’t just been what I give; it’s about what I received – Patience, not getting angry, mindfulness, and a renewed sense of purpose. CDR truly feels like a second home to me.”
-Dr. Lee, Ph.D. R.Ph
Biology, Capstone Seminar & Research Teacher at CDR IGDVS
Retired Pharmaceutical Scientist