To help you best prepare for filling out the volunteer application, this is a list of possible job duties. Please have a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd choice. Positions fill up quickly.
Summer Adventure Storytime
Mondays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
This storytime is for kids ages 5 – 7 only. You will help set up storytime by collecting puppets, books, props, and anything else needed for that day. You may be asked to set up tables and craft supplies. During storytime, you will help with crowd control. You will help kids pay attention, take them out if they need to use the bathroom, and make sure they aren’t misbehaving. You will also enthusiastically sing songs and rhymes in addition to performing in puppet shows and acting out stories. This includes memorizing simple lines, making silly voices and animal sounds, projecting your voice loud, and being able to energetically move a puppet. Volunteers may be asked to demonstrate their enthusiasm and comfort level prior to assignment.
Discover Fun Storytime
Mondays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
This storytime is for kids ages 7 – 10 only. You will help set up storytime by collecting puppets, books, props, and anything else needed for that day. During storytime, you will help with crowd control. You will help kids pay attention, take them out if they need to use the bathroom, and make sure they aren’t misbehaving. You will also enthusiastically sing songs and rhymes in addition to performing in puppet shows and acting out stories. This includes memorizing simple lines, making silly voices and animal sounds, projecting your voice loud, and being able to energetically move a puppet. Volunteers may be asked to demonstrate their enthusiasm and comfort level prior to assignment.
LEGO Mania
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
This activity is for families of all ages. You will help set up by putting out tables and chairs, spreading out LEGOs, and getting anything else ready that is needed for that day. During LEGO mania you will help keep the room clean by picking up LEGOs off the floor, encouraging kids in their builds, and helping with prep for other programs as needed. You will not play with or build your own LEGO creations at this program.
Double Digits Club
Tuesdays, 2:00 – 4:30 p.m.
This activity is for ages 10 – 13 only. You will help set up tables, craft supplies, games, and more. During the program you will help kids with crafts, run/supervise games, and assist staff with anything they need. Volunteers will oversee activities, not participate in the activities.
Wacky Wednesday
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
This storytime is for families with young kids. You will help set up storytime by collecting puppets, books, props, and anything else needed for that day. During storytime, you will enthusiastically sing songs and rhymes in addition to performing in puppet shows and acting out stories. This includes memorizing simple lines, making silly voices and animal sounds, projecting your voice loud, and being able to energetically move a puppet. Volunteers may be asked to demonstrate their enthusiasm and comfort level prior to assignment.
Thursday Shows
Thursdays, 11:45 – 2:15 p.m.
These performances are for families. If you work the first show of the day, you will help set up the room including putting chairs in rows, taping off areas on the floor, and anything else that needs to be done. During the show, you will make sure families stay clear of the aisles, keep kids off of the stage, monitor the doors for re-entry, keep count at the doors, and anything else that needs to be done. There are no Thursday shows at 11:45 – 2:15 p.m. on July 25, August 1, and August 8, therefore, volunteers will clean books and help in the children’s section.
Thursday Shows
Thursdays, 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
These performances are for families. If you work the first show of the day, you will help set up the room including putting chairs in rows, taping off areas on the floor, and anything else that needs to be done. During the show, you will make sure families stay clear of the aisles, keep kids off of the stage, monitor the doors for re-entry, keep count at the doors, and anything else that needs to be done.
Thursday Shows
Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
These performances are for families. During the show, you will make sure families stay clear of the aisles, keep kids off of the stage, monitor the doors for re-entry, keep count at the doors, and anything else that needs to be done. If you work the last show of the day, you will put away all of the chairs, clean up anything left from the show, and help make sure the library is ready to close for the night.
Family Storytime
Saturdays, 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
This storytime is for families of all ages. You will help set up storytime by collecting puppets, books, props, and anything else needed for that day. During storytime, you will enthusiastically sing songs and rhymes in addition to performing in puppet shows and acting out stories. This includes memorizing simple lines, making silly voices and animal sounds, projecting your voice loud, and being able to energetically move a puppet. Volunteers may be asked to demonstrate their enthusiasm and comfort level prior to assignment.
Shelving & Collection Help
2-hour weekly shift
You will work independently or with a partner to help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the children’s department. During your shift you will clean up the room, dust the shelves, alphabetize and shelve books, straighten the books on the shelves, make sure the books are where they belong, and anything else staff might need to be done that day. You must be able to alphabetize by whole words and place in number order. You must also have a keen eye for detail and be able to stay on task. Must attend a mandatory training on Monday, June 3 from 4:00 – 6:00; Thursday, June 6, 6:00 – 8:00; OR Saturday, June 8, 10:00 – 12:00.
Prize Booth
2-hour weekly shift
Help encourage kids to read by handing out prizes. During your shift you will make sure prizes are stocked, look up children’s accounts online, hand out listed prizes in a clear and organized way, help maintain the organization of the prizes, and help with anything else a staff member might need. You must have basic computer/tablet skills and the ability to communicate effectively with kids and adults.
Prize Booth Substitute Only
On-Call 2-hour shift
For volunteers who cannot commit to a weekly schedule. Prize Booth Substitutes will be offered to fill open shifts throughout the summer. These shifts can be planned ahead or you may be called at the last minute. You will help encourage kids to read by handing out prizes. During your shift you will make sure prizes are stocked, look up children’s accounts online, hand out listed prizes in a clear and organized way, help maintain the organization of the prizes, and help with anything else a staff member might need. You must have basic computer/tablet skills and the ability to communicate effectively with kids and adults.
Mark your calendar to apply starting May 11 for Yorba Linda residents and May 18 for non-Yorba Linda residents. Remember to have your valid library card in your name.
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