- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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13 people are interested
Are You a Bibliophile with a Passion for Philly Schools and Volunteering?
ORGANIZATION: West Philadelphia Alliance For Children
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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13 people are interested
Did you know that 95% of Philadelphia District run schools do not have a functioning library? WePAC currently fills in the gap by mobilizing volunteers to reopen libraries and provide literacy mentoring in 13 Philadelphia public schools.
The 2016-2017 school year is just around the corner and WePAC is seeking new volunteers for our libraries in the Southwest, West Philly, and East Falls/Roxborough areas.
WePAC volunteers maintain libraries by: repairing books, cataloging collections, conducting read alouds, and assisting students with checking-in and checking-out books. This year we have a ton of new ways that you can make a difference in a child's life by fostering a love of reading.
If you would like to learn more about how you can become a WePAC volunteer, respond to this posting or send us an email here: volunteer@wepac.org!
School libraries make a difference, WePAC volunteers change stories!
More opportunities with West Philadelphia Alliance For Children
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About West Philadelphia Alliance For Children
Location:
PO Box 8891, Philadelphia, PA 19118, US
Mission Statement
WePAC’s mission is to promote childhood literacy by engaging volunteers in Philadelphia public schools through re-opening and staffing libraries and academic mentoring. In our vision, every Philadelphia student will be empowered with the literacy skills vital to the success of the child and the prosperity of our community.
Description
WePAC re-opens and staffs volunteer-run libraries in Philadelphia public elementary schools. WePAC volunteers can serves in a variety of functions. Library Team Members work together during regular school hours to host library sessions that support classroom learning. Every session includes a storytime and book check out for students. Library Cataloguers can work behind the scenes and at a varitey of school libraries cataloguing additions to our collections. If you are not sure how you'd like to volunteer with WePAC email katelin@wepac.org and ask to be added to our volunteer council list for special opportunities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
5070 Parkside Avenue1414Philadelphia, PA 19131
DATE POSTED
August 17, 2016
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Teaching / Instruction
- Library Sciences
- Reading / Writing
- General Education
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2-4 hours a week
- Positive attitude and dedication!