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Reading Buddy
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
In this role, volunteers will:
- Start conversations and interact with children in a friendly and positive manner.
- Help select books that are relevant and appropriate to each child's needs.
- Read together and participate in literacy-based games and activities.
- Explain reading strategies and concepts when needed.
- Provide positive encouragement and support.
- Respond to attention or learning challenges in a positive and supportive manner.
- Act as a positive role model for children.
- Ask staff questions and seek guidance 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): Coaching, Communicate in Plain Language, Verbal Communication, Sensitivity, Adaptability
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Training / Work Condtions
Training Details: Volunteers will attend a mandatory Reading Buddy Training session and will be provided with a Reading Buddy Manual and Volunteer Handbook.
Working Conditions: This role takes place in a library setting and involves working directly with children.
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
Volunteers are asked to commit to two sessions through the end of March. Grand River Stanley Park Reading Buddies runs on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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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175 Indian Road Kitchener, N2B 2S7
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Kitchener
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