Branch Story Time Presenter
These volunteers will perform fun story times for babies
and young kids at branch locations around the county. The story times will be
prearranged with the Early Literacy Volunteer Program Coordinator and
volunteer, based on individual branch's needs. Daytime availability during the
week or weekend is desired for this position. Evening story times also are
available at certain branches.
Some personal qualities of these volunteers will
include:
- Flexibility
- Timeliness
- Positive demeanor
- Ease with interacting with infants and young children
- Genuine love of children
Skills that will help volunteers in this position
include:
- Good presentation skills
- Ability to deal with different groups of people
Training Period:
- Volunteers will observe one story time presentation
and assist on 2-3 story times or until such time the volunteer and Early
Literacy Volunteer Program Coordinator conclude that the volunteer is ready
to deliver the story times autonomously, not to exceed 4 supervised
presentations.
- Volunteers are required to attend at least one
additional early childhood education training offered at Baltimore County
Public Library through the
Early Literacy Program each year while they are members of STORY TIMERS.
Outreach Story Time Presenter
These volunteers will travel to childcare facilities and
family day care providers and take story times to children who can't get to
the library. Volunteers will perform fun story times for babies and young
children around the county. The story times will be prearranged with the Early
Literacy Volunteer Program Coordinator and volunteer, based on the volunteer's
schedule and childcare facility needs. Weekday availability is essential for
this volunteer opportunity, as most facilities are only open Monday through
Friday.
Some personal qualities of these volunteers will
include:
- Outgoing personality
- Flexibility
- Timeliness
- Positive demeanor
Skills that will help volunteers in this position
include:
- Good writing skills
- Ability to deal with different groups of people
Training Period:
- Volunteers will observe one story time presentation
and assist on 2-3 story times or until such time the volunteer and Early
Literacy Volunteer Program Coordinator conclude that the volunteer is ready
to deliver the story times autonomously, not to exceed 4 supervised
presentations.
- Volunteers are required to attend at least one
additional early childhood education training offered at BCPL through the
Early Literacy Program each year while they are members of STORY TIMERS.
Volunteer Newsletter Writer
These creative volunteers will work independently
developing stories about other volunteers and Early Literacy programs. Stories
will need approval from the Early Literacy Volunteer Program Coordinator, and
BCPL reserves the right to edit your stories.
Some personal qualities of these volunteers will
include:
- Outgoing personality
- Flexibility
- Adherence to deadlines
- Positive demeanor
Skills that will help volunteers in this position
include:
- Good writing skills.
- Ability to deal with different groups of people.
Community Outreach Liaison
Volunteers will travel to various locations throughout
the county and give an informational session to parents, caregivers, or
students. The sessions will be preplanned with the Early Literacy Volunteer
Program Coordinator and are from 45 minutes to two hours. Liaisons will be
given presentation materials including PowerPoint presentations, videos,
handouts, and books.
This position also is responsible for being familiar
with early literacy facts, answering questions about BCPL's Early Literacy
Programs, displaying Baby Booster Kits, and customer service.
Volunteers will need some week day/evening availability
for this job.
Some personal qualities of these volunteers will
include:
- Outgoing personality
- Flexibility
- Timeliness
- Genuine love of children
Skills that will help volunteers in this position
include (but are not mandatory):
- Good public speaking skills
- Basic computer knowledge
- Early childhood development knowledge (training
provided)
Training Period:
- Volunteers will observe one community outreach
presentation and assist on 1-2 presentations or until such time the
volunteer and Early Literacy Volunteer Program Coordinator conclude that the
volunteer is ready to deliver the presentations autonomously, not to exceed
3 supervised presentations.
- Volunteers are required to attend system in-services
on baby programs and one additional early childhood education training
offered at BCPL each year while they are members of STORY TIMERS. Specific
information about the growth and development of children is addressed during
training period.
Behind-the-Scenes Associate
These volunteers will recruit audiences for Early
Literacy Programs, create program materials and dream up new story time ideas
for implementation. Volunteers will need to be available weekdays during
normal business hours (8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.). Scheduling will be completed taking
into consideration the volunteer's needs and office resources available. Time
commitment is at least one and up to three days per week.
Some personal qualities of these volunteers will
include:
- Pleasant phone manner
- Creativity
- Timeliness
- Strong organizational skills
- Positive demeanor
- Genuine love of children
Skills that will help volunteers in this position
include:
- Ability to deal with different groups of people
- Ability to work independently or with a team
Training Period:
- Volunteers will work one-on-one with the Early
Literacy Volunteer Program Coordinator.
Create Your Own Volunteer
Opportunity
- To be determined with the Early Literacy Volunteer
Program Coordinator and volunteer.
* All applicants need a driver's
license or access to dependable transportation.
** All positions require completion of STORY TIMERS Training and Orientation.