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Reading Buddies Volunteer, Northern Lights Branch, Columbus Metropolitan Library
ORGANIZATION: Columbus Metropolitan Library
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Tuesdays and/or Thursdays from 4:00-5:30, Weekly
At Columbus Metropolitan Library's Northern Lights Branch, Between 30-40 eager children come every Tuesday and Thursday for Reading Buddies. We are always looking for friendly volunteers to practice reading and writing with these funny, creative, and smart kids! The Northern Lights branch sits in the middle of the Northland community, a rapidly-growing part of town, with a strong focus on academics and entrepreneurship. If you're not sure - stop in and shadow! We would love to show you around the library and introduce you to the community.
1 Shift
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afternoon /
04:00 PM to 05:30 PM EST
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FULL
FULL SHIFT TIME:4:00-5:30
More opportunities with Columbus Metropolitan Library
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About Columbus Metropolitan Library
Location:
Main Library (Downtown Columbus Location), 96 South Grant Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215, US
Mission Statement
Columbus Metropolitan Library includes Main Library (Downtown Columbus Location) and 22 branches across Franklin County. Columbus Metropolitan Library envisions a thriving community where wisdom prevails. The library’s purpose is to inspire reading, share resources, and connect people.
Description
Open to All since 1873, Columbus Metropolitan Library is well known for its signature services and programs like School Help, Reading Buddies, Summer Reading Challenge and Ready for Kindergarten. With its Main Library and 22 branches, CML responds to areas of urgent community need: kids unprepared for kindergarten, third grade reading proficiency, high school graduation, college and career readiness and employment resources.
CML was named a 2011 National Medal Winner by the Institute for Museum and Library Services for work in community service, the highest honor for libraries and museums. CML was also named 2010 Library of the Year by Library Journal.
CAUSE AREAS
Children & Youth,
Community,
Education & Literacy
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 1 shift
WHERE
Northern Lights Branch4093 Cleveland AvenueColumbus, OH 43224
(40.0524 ,-82.95434 )
DATE POSTED
September 20, 2024
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Youth Services
- Child Development
- Community Outreach
- People Skills
- Reading Comprehension
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1.5 hours once a week
- Must be comfortable reading to and with children.