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Reading Buddies Volunteer

Reading Buddies Volunteer

Reading Buddies is an opportunity for junior and high school students ages 13 to 17 years to volunteer their time and enthusiasm mentoring kids in Grades 2 to 4. Teens and school-aged children are partnered for one-on-one reading and interactive games.

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Volunteer Locations

Londonderry Branch (Suite 166 Londonderry Mall, 137 Ave 66 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5C 3C8)

Dates: Thursdays, ctober 22nd to November 26th
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Volunteers Needed: 12
Mandatory orientation session:  October 22nd is a mandatory orientation session from 4:30pm-5:30pm

Whitemud Crossing Branch (4211 106 St Unit 145, Edmonton, AB T6J 6L7)

Dates: Wednesdays, October 14 - November 18
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Volunteers Needed: 12
**There will be no class on Nov 11.
Mandatory orientation session:  Wednesday, October 7 4:30pm-5:30pm

To submit an application to become a Reading Buddies Volunteer, please select the "Apply Now" button. Kindly please specify on the form which branch you are interested in.

Volunteer Responsibilities

  • Attend mandatory orientation/training session.
  • Be a good role model for their little buddy.
  • Facilitate Reading Buddies program to little buddy, including reading, literacy games and conversation.

Volunteer Skills & Qualifications

Required

  • Love of reading.
  • Experience interacting and assisting children and/or a desire to interact with and assist children.
  • Ability to communicate.
  • Strong English language skills.
  • Patience, enthusiasm, and an encouraging attitude.
  • Willingness to work in a group and cooperate with fellow teens and program coordinators.

Volunteer Commitment

Orientation / Training

  • Reading Buddies volunteers must attend the mandatory training session.
  • Ongoing guidance may be given at each Reading Buddies session.

Program Purpose

  • To provide a safe, friendly environment for young students to experience the magic of reading.
  • To increase young readers’ interest in reading.
  • To provide a fun library experience.
  • To provide an opportunity for youth volunteers to develop mentoring skills.