Opportunities From: Arlington Public Library

Volunteer: Book Club Leader (Westover)

Location: 

Westover Library  1644 N. McKinley Rd.  Arlington, VA 22205 

 

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  Engage the group in discussion by active listening and ensure all attendees have an opportunity to contribute, if they wish  Select book club titles (fiction or non-fiction) with input from library staff and book club members  Work with library staff to procure materials 


Types of volunteers: 

Adult aged 21+  Older Adults (55+) 


Time commitment

·   4th Thursday of each month from 6:15 – 7:45 pm (Note: November & December book club meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month)

·   One evening per month, plus time for reading material for book club selection

·   Year-round 

·   Minimum 6-month commitment 


Qualifications: 

Avid reader  Friendly and welcoming demeanor 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 facilitate and manage the discussion ensuring all attendees have an opportunity to contribute, if they wish 

 

Location: Westover Library

Location: 

Westover Library  1644 N. McKinley Rd.  Arlington, VA 22205 

 

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  Engage the group in discussion by active listening and ensure all attendees have an opportunity to contribute, if they wish  Select book club titles (fiction or non-fiction) with input from library staff and book club members  Work with library staff to procure materials 


Types of volunteers: 

Adult aged 21+  Older Adults (55+) 


Time commitment

·   4th Thursday of each month from 6:15 – 7:45 pm (Note: November & December book club meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month)

·   One evening per month, plus time for reading material for book club selection

·   Year-round 

·   Minimum 6-month commitment 


Qualifications: 

Avid reader  Friendly and welcoming demeanor 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 facilitate and manage the discussion ensuring all attendees have an opportunity to contribute, if they wish 

 

Location: Westover Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 22205

Allow Groups: No