Computer tutor volunteer
Assist patrons with computer basics – typing, using a mouse, signing up for email accounts, navigating a website, using Microsoft Office, printing, filling out applications, and other tasks as requested. Volunteers work one-to-one with patrons at an assigned time in the library. Experience with computers required. This position is an excellent opportunity to advance digital literacy.
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K-12 homework help volunteer
Work with K-12 youth after school on homework-related projects. Volunteers support students' academic success by helping them develop literacy and mathematics skills, understand homework assignments, and prepare for college. Volunteers work once a week for at least one semester. Experience with youth is helpful. Training is provided. A criminal background check is required.
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Minneapolis Central Library Craft Club
Craft Club is a place where people of all crafting abilities can come together to practice their skills, learn new ones, teach each other, share their experiences, and make connections through the common love of crafting. The club is held on Sundays from noon-2pm.
Volunteers will enjoy this experience if they:
- are comfortable working in a busy, activity-filled space
- are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with others
- have skills in at least one of the following areas of crafting: knitting, crocheting, embroidery, paper crafts, sewing
Library staff and volunteers teach skills one-on-one or in small groups; volunteers are not expected to lead a class.