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.
Applications
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Reading Buddies- Londonderry Branch -Â Londonderry Mall, 137 66 St NW #166, Edmonton, AB T5C 3C8
EPL is currently looking for ten (10) teens between the ages of 13-17 to join our Reading Buddies Volunteer program at the Londonderry branch. Here are the details:
- Dates: Thursdays, October 9 to November 13, 2025
- Times: 4pm - 5pm
- Orientation: Thursday, October 9, 2025
- Time: 4pm - 5pm
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Reading Buddies- Castledowns Branch -Â 15379 Castle Downs Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5X 3Y7
EPL is currently looking for six (6) teens between the ages of 13-17 to join our Reading Buddies Volunteer program at the Castledowns branch. Here are the details:
- Dates: Fridays, October 17 to November 21, 2025
- Times: 430pm - 530pm
- Orientation: Friday, October 17, 2025
- Time: 430pm - 530pm
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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.