America Reads - Volunteer
What do America Reads volunteers do?
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Work one-on-one with students in 30 minute in-person sessions.
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Volunteers required to attend a one-time training.
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Program dates: June 2-July 24, 2025.
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Registration deadline: April 30, 2025.
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Appreciation ceremony: August 1, 2025.
The Weber County Library’s America Reads program relies mostly on the help of volunteers. For years we have partnered with many members of the community and the Foster Grandparent Program of Northern Utah, and in 2022 a new partnership with RSVP allowed us to expand our services.
This year we have the opportunity to offer sessions from June 2-July 24, 2025 at all our locations, Monday - Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. (*Ogden Valley Branch, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.). There will be an appreciation ceremony to honor volunteers August 1, 2025.
As an America Reads volunteer, you will:
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Tutor kids one-on-one for 30-minute, in-person reading sessions.
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Give feedback on the student’s performance to parents or guardians when needed.
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Accept all students without reservation or judgment.
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Create a safe and positive learning environment.
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Have fun!
America Reads volunteers should be:
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Willing to undergo a background check
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18 years or older
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Fluent in English
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Able to commit to scheduled times for the duration of the eight-week program
Volunteer training dates:
Pleasant Valley Branch
Tuesday, April 29, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
North Branch
Wednesday, April 30, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Southwest Branch
Thursday, May 1, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Ogden Valley Branch
Thursday, May 1, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Main Library
Saturday, May 3, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Interested in Volunteering?
America Reads Volunteer Registrations are now closed for 2025. Please check back next year to volunteer!