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3 people are interested
Volunteer at our Weekly Children's Play Group!
ORGANIZATION: Milwaukee Public Library
Please visit the new page to apply.
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3 people are interested
Are you passionate about childhood and early literacy? This may be the perfect fit for you.
Our Tippecanoe Library (3912 S. Howell Ave) is looking for a weekly volunteer to assist with their Play Group with Stories program on Thursday mornings.
Geared towards children ages 1-4 with a parent or guardian, our Play Group with Stories features a 20-minute story time lead by the Children's Librarian, complete with songs, finger plays, and other participatory activities to help children learn important literacy skills, followed by 40 minutes of open play time with a variety of age-appropriate, educational toys.
The volunteer with this weekly program will help prep materials and assist with room set up, participate in story time activities, and interact with children during open play time.
HOW TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER:
Submit an Online Volunteer Application at MPL.ORG/VOLUNTEER
WHEN:
Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe Branch
3912 S. Howell Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED equivalency.
- Previous experience working with children.
- Interest in ready and early childhood literacy.
- Friendly, outgoing personality.
Questions? Contact the Library Volunteer Coordinator at MPLVolunteer@milwaukee.gov or (414) 286-3077
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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 - Tippecanoe Branch3912 S. Howell AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
DATE POSTED
September 4, 2019
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Teaching / Instruction
- Youth Services
- Child Care
- Child Development
- Reading / Writing
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours per week