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Reading Buddies
Grand River Stanley Park Library
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Impact Statement
This program provides students and opportunity to practice their reading in a fun and supportive learning environment.
As a volunteer, you will encourage reluctant readers to read aloud, offer reading strategies when needed, and play literacy-based games. Share your love of reading with children and provide them with a positive learning experience.
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Description
- Start conversations; interact with children in a friendly and positive manner
- Help select books that are relevant and suitable to their needs
- Read together; play literacy-based games and activities
- Explain reading strategies and concepts when needed
- Provide positive encouragement
- Handle attention or learning challenges in a positive manner
- Act as a positive role model for children
- Ask staff questions when needed
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Position Qualifications
Ideal for: An Individual
Age: 15+
Area(s) of Interest: Children/Youth, Library/Research , Mentoring / Tutoring
Skill(s): Interpersonal Communication, Communicate in Plain Language, Verbal Communication, Sensitivity, Adaptability
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Training / Work Condtions
Training Details: - Reading Buddy Training session; mandatory attendance
- Reading Buddy Manual and Volunteer Handbook provided
Working Conditions: Library setting
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible washroom, Designated accessible parking space, Support volunteers with special needs, Accessible work space, Support Newcomers
Transportation: Not on a bus route
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Time Commitment
Duration: 4 - 6 months
Weekday - Evening
We are asking volunteers to commit to 2 sessions until the end of March. Grand River Stanley Park Reading Buddies runs Tuesdays from 6pm-7pm.
Fall session: October - November
Winter session: January - March
Spring session: March - May
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http://www.kpl.org
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Send an Email Message
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Jennifer O'Neil
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519-743-0271 Ext. 222
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Kitchener, N2H 2H1
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Kitchener
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