Youth Volunteers

Math Quest

What will you do?

Help students in Grades 1 to 6 and their families as they complete numeracy quests throughout the Library.  Share your passion and expertise in math during this drop-in afterschool program and have fun!  This is an adult and youth volunteer opportunity.

Program Length: One hour weekly

What’s in it for you?

  • Share your passion for numeracy
  • Meet new people
  • Have fun and contribute to your community
  • Develop interpersonal, leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills

Volunteer Qualifications

  • Passion for numeracy
  • Friendly and able to interact with children
  • Non-judgmental
  • Good problem solving skills
  • Physical range of mobility and flexibility to conduct activities with children

Volunteer Responsibilities

  • Support program goals
  • Help participants one-on-one to complete quests
  • Provide encouragement to children and parents
  • Complete an orientation and training session
  • Ensure a positive, comfortable and fun learning environment
  • Abide by the Volunteer Standards of Conduct

We're currently looking for volunteers for this program!

Volunteer positions are available at Bowness, Central, Forest Lawn, Louise Riley and Quarry Park Libraries. If you're interested in volunteering, please complete an application and we will contact you as soon as possible.