About Volunteering
Volunteering at Wellesley Free Library
Are you looking for a way to support the ongoing mission of the Wellesley Free Library? Volunteering your time and skill is an excellent way to show your support and make a meaningful difference by enhancing the Library’s programs and services. The Library is usually looking for energetic volunteers to help in a range of on-site roles. If you have a passion for your community and for learning, consider putting your talents to use.
On-Site Roles
There are several volunteer opportunities for people who want to work in the library environment with fellow volunteers and staff. These roles require the ability to commit to a regular schedule of at least two hours a week for a minimum of 16 weeks. We also ask that you keep your hours as regular as possible, call when you cannot make it, and provide advance notice of vacations.
Roles at Supporting Organizations
The Library’s continued success depends on the valuable work of our two supporting organizations: The Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries, and The Wellesley Free Library Foundation. If you would like more information on fundraising and awareness initiatives, click on the links.
Training
When you become an on-site volunteer, you will be assigned a Staff Supervisor, who will provide you with training.
How to Apply
New volunteers are asked to fill out a volunteer application and (if over 18) a volunteer CORI. Online forms are located here. Print versions are available in the Administrative Office (second floor of the Main Library).
List of Volunteer Opportunities
| Position | Description |
|---|---|
| Custodial | Cleaning work areas Dusting book stacks Weeding plant beds |
| Information Services | Filling displays Neatening public areas Refilling supplies Searching shelves Shifting books |
| Circulation | Shelf-reading (putting books in alphabetical or numerical order) Shelving books Shifting books |
| Acquisitions & Cataloging | Label materials |
| Open Computer Lab | Coaching adults on using basic and intermediate computer applications. |
| Program Facilitator | If you have a special skill or interest that you would like to share with children or adults on an ongoing basis, complete this form. |
| Wellesley ESOL | English language practice with adults. Your information will be forwarded to the ESOL Program Coordinator. |
| Book sales | Your information will be forwarded to the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries. |
| Fundraising | Your information will be forwarded to the Wellesley Free Library Foundation. |