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2 people are interested
Teach Children Arts and Crafts at the Library!
ORGANIZATION: Milwaukee Public Library
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
Do you like being creative? Do you like working with kids? Then this is the perfect opportunity for you!
The Milwaukee Public Library MLK Library (310 W. Locust St) is looking for a new weekly Craft Volunteer to help local children and young teens discover their creativity and express their artistic personalities.
This volunteer position works independently to develop short, beginner level arts and crafts projects and teaches them to local youth in a relaxed setting on a weekly basis (approximately 2-3 hours per week). All arts and crafts specialties are welcome. Our past volunteer taught fiber arts, but we’re open to all mediums! Scheduled hours are flexible and can be tailored to what works best with your schedule.
HOW TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER:
Fill out an Online Volunteer Application at MPL.ORG/ABOUT/VOLUNTEER.PHP
WHEN:
Approximately 2-3 hours per week
WHERE:
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King
310 W. Locust Street
Milwaukee, WI 53212
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge in arts or crafts medium
- Enjoys working with urban youth
- Ability to create and teach beginner level projects
Questions? Contact the Library Volunteer Coordinator at MPLVolunteer@milwaukee.gov
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About Milwaukee Public Library
Location:
814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53233, US
Mission Statement
The Milwaukee Public Library is a vital public resource that believes free and open information, materials, and services are essential to fostering creativity, discovery, literacy, and learning while enhancing life throughout our community. We are an anchor institution that helps build healthy families and vibrant neighborhoods - the foundation of a strong and thriving Milwaukee. At the Milwaukee Public Library, inspirations starts here - we help people, read, learn, and connect.
Description
As an organization, we are committed to Creating a City of Readers & Lifelong Learners, Anchoring Healthy & Vibrant Neighborhoods, and Contributing to a Strong Milwaukee.
With 13 branch locations throughout Milwaukee, we serve a population of over 595,000 individuals. We house a collection of over 2.5 million items in print, digital, and media. Each year we welcome over 2 million visitors and offer over 6,000 free programs for children, teens, and adults, throughout our community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King310 W. Locust StreetMilwaukee, WI 53212
DATE POSTED
May 9, 2019
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- Youth Services
- Crocheting
- Knitting
- Drawing
- Painting
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2-3 hours per week