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 1-July 23, 2026.
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Registration deadline:May 2, 2026.
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Appreciation ceremony: July 31, 2026.
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 1-July 23, 2026 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 July 31, 2026.
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 28, 10:00 a.m.
North Branch
Thursday, April 30, 10:00 a.m.
Southwest Branch
Thursday, April 30, 10:00 a.m.
Ogden Valley Branch
Thursday, April 30, 4:00 p.m.
Main Library
Saturday, May 2, and Monday, May 11
Interested in Volunteering?
Weber County Library is looking for reading tutors to work one-on-one with elementary school children. Volunteers who sign up online will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours.