Library - Joyce Ellington Branch

Share your knowledge, skills and awareness of the contributions and heritages of Spanish-speaking cultures with community youth.

How You Will Make a Difference

Teaching Spanish-language games, songs, stories, and dances will help to attract and meet the needs of our Spanish-speaking community and fill a vital role for children to grow and connect with their community. Help build a sense of identity and belonging by providing opportunities for cultural expression.

Volunteers are Needed To:

• Engage young people in activities that celebrate Spanish-speaking culture
• Work with library staff to create programs and acquire supplies
• Lead and facilitate teaching a class

Benefits

• Encourage lifelong learning 
• Connect with your community and provide a desired service
• Gain experience with program management skills
• Develop mentoring skills

Commitment/Schedule

• Once a week for at least a one-hour long class session, plus time for preparation, set up and clean up

• Class session to take place on a weekday after school, any time from 3:00 – 6:00 PM or on the weekend

• Minimum six-month commitment

Prospective Volunteers Should:

• Be age 18 or over
• Be bilingual in Spanish and English
• Possess the ability to take initiative and work independently
• Have strong oral communication skills
• Be dependable, punctual, and responsible
• Have experience working with children
• Have awareness of cultural events such as art, dance, music, etc. in appreciation of the contributions and heritages of Spanish-speaking cultures

Note

Volunteers must complete a fingerprint background check, at no cost to volunteer. Library staff will send instructions for fingerprinting.