Capilano Branch Library, Tuesdays this Spring
April 1 through May 27 ~ Tuesdays 3:30pm-6:00pm
BOOK BUDDIES helps kids aged 6-11 who need support and
encouragement in maintaining and improving their reading skills. Kids are
matched with a teen volunteer, and for half an hour each week, Book Buddies
read aloud to each other, choose books to take home and play literacy-based
games
Requirements:
- In grades 10, 11, or 12
- LOVE reading and can enthuse others about it
- Able to connect with younger children (including those with disabilities or who have English as a second language)
- Super patient, supportive and willing to try different ways to engage kids who may be shy or reluctant in a non-judgemental, welcoming environment
- Able to communicate clearly, effectively and courteously with kids, parents, library staff and fellow Book Buddies
- Able to keep schedules, notes and statistics; write reports and operate simple office equipment
Submit a cover letter and resume
by March 23 to Alison Campbell (alicam@nvdpl.ca)
Alison
Campbell, Outreach Coordinator for Children and Teens
North Vancouver District
Public Library
1277
Lynn Valley Road, BC, V7J 2A1 Telephone: 604-990-5800 ext 8118
or see Ms.Abad / Ms. Watson
