Requirements:
- Interview
- Police Check
- Vulnerable Sector Search
- Accessible by public transit
Play and Engage Families in Play at the Fish Creek Public Library! Become a "Play Champion!" Volunteer today!
11161 Bonaventure Dr SE, Calgary, AB, T2J 6S1
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2-3 hours
/ weekly
Once weekly for min. 4 months
Play Champion volunteers create enriching experiences for babies, children, and their caregivers by encouraging play in the Library’s Early Learning Centres. They set up and run activities and games, reinforcing the importance of play in early childhood development. Volunteers select one regular weekly shift, and we ask for a minimum commitment of four months. Fish Creek Library is also the new home to Engine 23 and Play Champions volunteers will support the relaunch of this exciting exhibit: https://calgarylibrary.ca/connect/students/engine-23/ If you love playing and interacting with children, chatting with parents, are friendly, and have advanced communication and English language skills, you may be a perfect fit for this program! We are currently recruiting volunteers with daytime availability with weekly shifts as follows at: Fish Creek Library (11161 Bonaventure Dr SE) Mondays 11 am - 1 pm Tuesdays 11 am - 1 pm Wednesdays 11 am - 1 pm Thursdays 11 am - 1 pm Fridays 11 am - 1 pm Fridays 2 - 4 pm A three-hour training session will be provided prior to starting with the program. This program runs on an ongoing basis with no firm start or end date. Volunteers commit to one shift on a weekly basis for a minimum of four months. For more information or to apply visit calgarylibrary.ca/volunteer or contact Katie Radke directly at katie.radke@calgarylibrary.ca or phone 403-221-2036.
Additional Details & Skills Required
• Adults ages 18+ • Outgoing and friendly personality • Loves to play! • Very comfortable working with children • Easygoing and enjoys a lively atmosphere • Takes initiative • Physically able to bend and stand for extended periods
Certification or Education Required
Background in teaching, nursing, early childhood education, or childcare considered an asset
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
Help a child discover the magic of play! Make a difference and support children and families in your community! Engage families in activities in our Early Learning Centres by facilitating play and sharing early literacy basics.
Requirements:
- Interview
- Police Check
- Vulnerable Sector Search
- Accessible by public transit