Volunteer Application Form
Please note that entries indicated with asterisk (* ) are required.
If you are not a student:
This position starts from 2023-02-25 to 2023-12-30.
Please uncheck below timeslots if you are not available.
( Bi-weekly )
Sat
14:00 - 17:00
*Why are you applying to volunteer for Vaughan Public Libraries?
*Please describe any relevant volunteer and/or work experience.
*What skills do you hope to develop or learn from volunteering with Vaughan Public Libraries?
*What qualities do you have that would make you a great Reading Buddy?
*Why do you think reading is important in a high-tech world?
*What is your favourite children's book, and why is it your favourite?
*Why do you think it is important to have access to creative equipment at the library?
(Ctrl + Left Click for Multiple Selections)
*Which equipment or software are you proficient in?
3D Printing
3D Design
Oculus Rift/Virtual Reality systems
Adobe Photoshop
Photography/Videography
Final Cut
Logic Pro
GarageBand
Sound Editing
Music
DJing
*Quelles qualités avez-vous qui feront de vous un bon bénévole pour Fun with French?
*Pourquoi pensez-vous que la lecture est importante?
*Quel est votre livre pour enfants préféré et pourquoi?
*What qualities do you have that would make you a good Tech Coach?
*Why is it important for people of all ages to build digital literacy skills today?
*Do you have any experience working with children? If so, please explain.
*Why is it important that library materials be made accessible to homebound patrons?
*By what means are you intending to deliver library materials? (*A valid driver’s license and up to date vehicle insurance are required if using a personal vehicle.)
*What qualities do you think make a great homebound volunteer?
*What qualities do you have that would make you a good ESL Volunteer?
*Why is it important that the library offer free English Language instruction to newcomers?
*Do you speak any languages other than English?
*Do you have experience working with groups of children or adults?
*Do you have reliable transportation to and from the library?
*This position may involve giving tours of the exhibit. What are some characteristics of a good tour guide?
*Do you have any background in music (lessons, interest, playing)?
*Have you used iTunes before?
*What is your favorite musical genre and artist?
*What do you enjoy about Pokémon?
*How do you think playing Pokémon (card game or video game) would benefit children?
*What is your favorite Pokémon, and why is it your favorite?
*Tell us a little about a campaign you have led?
*How do you think Dungeons and Dragons relates to a library setting?
*How would you make sure that everyone at your Dungeons and Dragons table program was included?
*Tell us a little about a campaign you have played in.
*How do you think Dungeons and Dragons relates to a library setting?
*How would you encourage a new player to try D&D?
*Tell us a little about a campaign you have led.
*How do you think Dungeons and Dragons relates to a library setting?
*How would you make sure that everyone at your Dungeons and Dragons table was included?
*List any work of volunteer experience you have working with groups of children or adults.
*Do you have reliable transportation to and from the library?
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*Are you available to volunteer?