Be Our Bookstore's Friendly Voice!
ORGANIZATION: EyeSeeMe Foundation
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Are you a people person who loves books and enjoys helping others?
We’re looking for a friendly, approachable volunteer to be the voice of our bookstore. You’ll assist our online customers with their orders, answer questions, and offer book recommendations. Whether you prefer to work remotely or in a hybrid setup, we’re flexible to fit your schedule.
About Us:
EyeSeeMe Bookstore is a small business with a big heart, committed to promoting literacy and diversity. Every effort we make supports our nonprofit, providing books to those who need them most.
Responsibilities:
- Answer customer emails and phone calls with a warm, welcoming tone.
- Help customers with their orders and resolve any questions or issues they have.
- Provide personalized book recommendations to match customers’ interests.
- Keep records of customer interactions and follow up when necessary.
Qualifications:
- A friendly, professional attitude that makes people feel comfortable and heard.
- Strong communication skills and a knack for problem-solving.
- Comfortable working independently and managing tasks.
- Reliable internet connection (for remote volunteers).
Time Commitment:
We’re flexible! Approximately 5-15 hours per week, with a schedule that works for you.
Why Volunteer?
- Join a mission-driven bookstore helping to provide books to those in need.
- Be the friendly face that helps others discover new and diverse books.
- Gain valuable customer service experience while making a positive impact.
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About EyeSeeMe Foundation
Location:
Various Locations, Saint Louis, MO 63130, US
Mission Statement
We provide African American Children's books to low-income families to ensure all children can realize the benefits of having a home library
Description
Research tells us that the number one predictor of academic success is the number of books a child has in their home. For example, University of Nevada-Reno sociologist Mariah Evans led a research team and conducted a 20-year study that found the presence of books in the home to be the top predictor of whether a child will do well on standardized tests and attain a high level of education. This was found to be especially true for children from disadvantaged families. Unfortunately, the children that need it the most can afford it the least.
Our mission is to be a resource to parents, teachers, and schools in providing the very best children’s books on the market that promote positive images and stories about African American culture and history. As a tool to help increase literacy, African American children will benefit by seeing themselves respectfully represented in the literature they read. Non-African American children will benefit by helping to dispel negative and inaccurate stereotypical images of people of color and that despite our many differences, all people share common feelings and aspirations.
CAUSE AREAS
Children & Youth,
Education & Literacy,
Race & Ethnicity
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
6951 Olive BlvdUniversity City, MO 63130
(38.66535 ,-90.31474 )
DATE POSTED
March 11, 2025
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Reading / Writing
- Basic Computer Skills
- English
- People Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Flexible! Whether you can give one hour a week or 20, we’d love to have you. Let us know your availability, and we’ll find the perfect role for you!