Opportunities From: Arlington Public Library

Location:Cherrydale Library 2190 N Military Road Arlington VA 22207  
How to Apply: Review the description below to confirm you meet criteria and are available on the needed day/time. Click the pink "Sign Up" button above and complete the form to express interest. Library staff will contact candidates for interview. Library staff will check reference and initiate criminal background check for selected applicant(s).  
Responsibilities:  Lead a monthly book club for adults Develop a title and theme for the club based on your own reading, community interest, and with input from library staff Select book club titles with input from library staff Work with library staff to procure materials  Engage the group in discussion   
Types of volunteers:   Adult aged 21+   Older Adults (55+)    
Time commitment:   One book club meeting a month, for approximately 1 hour, plus time of reading material for book club selection. Schedule to be determined by volunteer's availability and library calendar. Year-round   Minimum 1-year commitment    
Qualifications:   Avid reader  Comfortable leading small group discussions Ability to create welcoming and inclusive atmosphere Comfortable working with people from other cultures, age groups and backgrounds Dependable   Good listening skills  Ability to manage participation so that everyone has chance to contribute  

Location: 

·         Cherrydale Library 

·         2190 N. Military Road

·         Arlington, Virginia 22207

 

How To Apply:

·         Review the description below to confirm you meet criteria and are available on the needed day/time.

·         Click the pink "Sign Up" button above and complete the form to express interest. Incomplete applications will not be visible to staff.

·         Refer to "How to Apply" instructions for guidance. Library staff will contact candidates for interview within 1-2 weeks of receiving your application

·         Library staff will check reference and initiate criminal background check for selected applicant(s)

·         Make note of the staff point of contact and let them know if you have any questions

 

Responsibilities: 

Lead a class in conversation, encouraging each student to participate.  Introduce elements of English grammar, vocabulary, idioms, etc.  Prepare materials and discussion topics for class in advance  Students will be at different levels of proficiency 

 

Types of volunteers: 

Adults (21+)  Older Adults (55+) 

 

Time Commitment: 

Classes will meet: Once a week on a Saturday Each teacher is expected to teach at least 2 classes per month.

 

Qualifications: 

Minimum of a college degree  No prior teaching experience required  Excellent communication skills  Friendly, encouraging, welcoming demeanor  A desire to help students improve their English speaking and writing skills  Interest in guiding conversation and providing positive feedback in a relaxed, social setting Enthusiasm and patience are a must. 

 

Preferred:

Experience working with people from other cultures.  Teaching experience

Welcome: 

Experience teaching ESL