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126 people are interested
Readers to Children Needed!
ORGANIZATION: San Jose Public Library
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126 people are interested
Give children the joy of reading by reading aloud to youngsters at one of the San Jose Public Libraries. Bilingual readers in Spanish/English or Vietnamese/English are especially desired. Reading occurs in the library's children's area at a designated time during the day. Specialized training is provided to all incoming volunteers. Several of our library branches are seeking volunteers to read to children on an ongoing basis. Duties would include:
- Selecting appropriate books for reading aloud (training provided).
- Reading aloud to a group of 1-12 children at designated times (training provided).
Training is done in a 3 hour session on Saturday, September 19, 1:00 - 4:00 pm) at the King Library.
This position requires fingerprinting for those ages 18 and over. There is a six month minimum service commitment.
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About San Jose Public Library
Location:
150 E San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA 95112, US
Mission Statement
San Jose Public Library enriches lives by fostering lifelong learning and by ensuring that every member of the community has access to a vast array of ideas and information. San Jose Public Library is a winner of the 2011 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation’s highest honor for museums and libraries. Recipients are selected because of their innovative approaches to public service and the contribution they make to the educational, civic, cultural and economic development goals of their communities.
Description
The Library Volunteer Program is committed to encouraging community participation and the comprehensive coordination of volunteers to enhance Library services.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple branches of the San Jose Public LibrarySan Jose, CA 95112
DATE POSTED
September 8, 2015
SKILLS
- Bilingual
- Literacy / Reading
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 15
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteers 18+ must be fingerprinted.