To begin the program on time, please submit by Sunday, June 27. Applications received after this date will be considered, if staffing considerations allow. If you do not hear from a library employee by July 2st, PLEASE CONTACT US!

The Pawling Library is looking for volunteers ages 11+ to virtually assist children with their reading during our summer program, Book Buddies. As a buddy, the volunteers help a younger child who is still learning to read practice their reading skills and serve as a reading mentor, demonstrating how to stay calm while reading and how to conquer reading difficulties. Buddies, within a larger group, work one on one with their younger partner.

Requirements: Volunteers must be available for the program, weekly on Mondays (7/12 - 8/16), 2:20-3:10 pm. Volunteers are expected to independently read alongside their buddy and be comfortable working with children. Intervention training on how to help their buddies be stronger readers will be provided, and volunteers are expected to complete the training independently before the first day of the program. The program will be held over Zoom, and both video and microphone access will be needed to participate.

Volunteer hours can be reported to other organizations (schools, churches, dojos, etc) at the conclusion of the summer.

 IMPORTANT: Interested applicants under 18 years old will need the electronic signature of a parent/guardian on this application in order to submit it.

The Pawling Library never shares your private information to outside organizations.

Thanks for your interest in volunteering with us! Your help is needed AND appreciated!