Opportunities From: Arlington Public Library

Location:

·       Columbia Pike Library

·       816 S Walter Reed Drive

·       Arlington, VA 22204

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:

·       Introduce topics of conversation and lead the conversation in Spanish

·       Help students with Spanish grammar and vocabulary

·       Ensure everyone has an opportunity to participate in the discussion

·       Students will be at different levels of proficiency

·       Create a welcoming and encouraging environment conducive to learning 

Types of volunteers: 

·       Adults (21+) 

Time Commitment: 

·       Class time is Mondays 6:15 -7:45 pm (excluding Monday library holidays)

·       Volunteer would cover approximately two classes or more per month

·       Minimum 6-month time commitment 

Qualifications: 

·       Fluent in Spanish and able to speak clearly and correctly (native speaker with neutral accent preferred)

·       Friendly and welcoming

·       Ability to speak English proficiently and clearly.

·       Ability to interact with volunteer software, checking in and claiming shifts.

·       Enjoys working with people from different backgrounds and proficiency levels 

·       A desire to help students improve their Spanish 

·       Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

·       No prior teaching experience necessary

Looking for an easy way to earn volunteer hours while helping out your library? We're inviting teen volunteers (ages 14-18) to help us keep the children's play area clean and welcoming! Volunteers will spend 1 hr wiping down and sanitizing the toys and board books used by Columbia Pike library's youngest visitors. Any extra time will be spent straightening up books on shelves and putting away toys.

This is a flexible drop-in opportunity, so there's no commitment to return every week. Sign up to help when it works for you. Support young readers and help keep our library a fun and safe place for families.