Volunteers
Fill out a volunteer application and return it to the Human Resources Office at the East Library, 5550 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80918. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 531-6333, x1251 with questions.
Volunteer Opportunities - Adults
Adult Literacy Tutors
Share your love of reading. Tutor an adult once a week for 2 hours. Work one-on-one with an adult to improve their reading, writing, comprehensive or English language skills. No teaching experience required. Training is required and provided, and all sessions must be attended.
Training:
- June 13; 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Penrose Library
- August 8; 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at East Library
Pre-registration is required for training. Complete an application and return it to the Literacy office at Penrose Library or the Human Resources Office at East Library.
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Carnegie Gardeners
We need you, and a friend or two, for the 2012 growing season! No prerequisites, no experience needed (but certainly helpful!).
Volunteers are needed for:
- Maintenance - planting new Plant Select additions, spreading mulch (in June), general monthly upkeep. Group activity on scheduled days will allow for plenty of socializing and sharing of gardening stories and ideas, as well as learning opportunities.
- Program development - help guide and inspire the garden's mission of public awareness and education. Help with identifying and planning activities and events in the garden, both social and educational.
- Volunteer coordination - help coordinate volunteer activities and be a liaison to Library Staff
Contact: Carla Anderson (carlaanderson@earthlink.net) or Lisa Bird (avianfour@me.com)
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Friends Book Sorters
Volunteers are needed to sort and box donations of books to be sold at Friends Book Sales.
- Must be able to push a book cart loaded with books, bend, stoop, and lift 30 lbs
- Knowledge of literature and current authors is helpful
Weekdays
Speak English Facilitators
Meet community members from around the world. Facilitate weekly Speak English! groups. Provide adult English language learners with a friendly and supportive place to practice informal social conversation.
Training:
- June 13; 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Penrose Library
- August 8; 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at East Library
Pre-registration is required for training. Complete an application and return it to the Literacy office at Penrose Library or the Human Resources Office at East Library.
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Volunteer Opportunities - PPLD Teens
Program and Craft Assistant
- Prepare materials for craft programs
- Help children with crafts
Complete a Summer Reading Volunteer Application and return it to the library where you wish to volunteer. Training times and dates will vary; inquire at the facility where you return the application.
June 1 - July 31
Reading Buddy
Attend a training session on reading techniques, help younger children retain reading skills over the summer, listen to a younger child read aloud, read with a younger child, assist children in selecting reading materials and share your enthusiasm for reading
- Cheyenne Mountain Library: Tuesdays 3 - 5 p.m.
- East Library: Tuesdays 6:30 - 8 p.m.
- High Prairie Library: Thursdays 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Complete a Summer Reading Volunteer Application and return it to the library where you wish to volunteer. Training times and dates will vary; inquire at the facility where you return the application.
June 1 - July 31
Summer Reading Program Assistant
- Register patrons for Summer Reading program and explain details
- Log information and award prizes
- Prepare materials for craft programs
- Other duties as assigned
Complete a Summer Reading Volunteer Application and return it to the library where you wish to volunteer. Training times and dates will vary; inquire at the facility where you return the application.
June 1 - July 31
Teen Advisory Councils
Advisory Councils meet monthly or more often at the following libraries to help plan programs and events:
Briargate Library (TAB)
East Library (TAG)
Fountain Library
High Prairie Library
Monument Library
Old Colorado City Library (OC3)
Penrose Library (PYAC)
Ruth Holley Library
Sand Creek Library
Varies; contact staff member at library location
