Volunteer Opportunities in Saskatoon

Volunteers work with adult learners one-on-one and in small groups to enhance literacy skills. All training is provided to volunteers, as well as ongoing support from our Adult Literacy Coordinator throughout the program. Work with adult participants to identify current skills, and work together to enhance those skills by supporting them with tools, resources, and encouragement. Coaches meet one-on-one with their learner either in-person at a public library or over Zoom. The weekly schedule is determined by what is convenient for the learner and coach - we find a time that fits your schedule!Coaches are provided with comprehensive literacy training and are given templates and materials that you can use when planning sessions with their learners. Once your training is complete, you will be matched with a learner according to their needs and your areas of expertise and availability. We then introduce you to your learner and start you off with a detailed Learning Plan that has been prepared for the learner and provide you with some suggestions and resources to get started. You will then plan weekly sessions based on the Learning Plan, strategies shared in training, and materials relevant to the learners’ interests and skill levels. Foundations’ staff is also here to support you in all aspects of your coaching role.Our adult learners are as diverse as their individual goals, so it’s difficult to describe a ‘typical learner’. Our program is learner-centred and strength-based, so there is no set curriculum - what you work on is based on your learner’s goals. Learners join our program for a variety of reasons such as improving their literacy skills in reading and writing, passing the written portion of a Driver’s exam, or earning their GED. We always welcome feedback or questions from our volunteers and learners. Foundations’ Coordinator will be in regular contact with you to offer support and suggestions and gather feedback. We are learning and growing together!If you are interested in learning more, please attend our agency orientation which is the first step to becoming a Lead coach by registering here: https://foundationslearning.com/for-volunteers/

Want to make a difference in helping children build their reading skills? Become a Spark volunteer!As a Foundations Learning volunteer, you provide one-to-one support to strengthen children’s reading strategies through our reading program called Spark. Spark Reading Guides attend a 3.5-hour training on reading methods and strategies, and will be provided with all resources needed throughout the program. Volunteers are matched with 2 elementary school students and work one-on-one with each student for 30 minutes, twice per week (Monday-Friday), over 8 weeks. Spark runs four terms a year: fall, winter, spring, and summer. Reading sessions take place at schools (with limited online options).If you are interested in learning more, please attend our agency orientation, which is the first step to becoming a Spark volunteer, by registering here: https://foundationslearning.com/volunteer/

Design and schedule posts for social media Monitor and reply to all comments and DMs, or forward to the relevant coordinatorCollaborate with the Communications Coordinator on additional content as requiredAssist with promotional materials as requestedAttend Library events to document and share content on social media*LWork at least a couple of Library shifts per year to gain a better understanding of how the Library operatesTime commitment: 1–4 hours weeklyMultiple volunteers welcome.

Love meeting people and being part of your community? Come volunteer with us at Library of Things YXE as a Librarian Volunteer!What you’ll do:Welcome members and help them outCheck items in and outManage reservationsHelp with membershipsKeep the space tidy and welcomingYou’re a great fit if you:Enjoy chatting and helping peopleAre comfortable using a computerLike being part of a community-focused spaceTime commitment: Just one shift a monthSaturdays: 12:45–4:15 PMTuesdays: 5:15–7:45 PMThursdays: 5:15–7:45 PMLocation: Library of Things YXE, SaskatoonInterested? Email volunteers@libraryofthingsyxe.comHelp people borrow instead of buy—and build a more connected, sustainable community. We’d love to have you!

Identify potential grantsMonitor due dates of identified grantsEnsure timely submission of grantsServe as the main point of contact for grantorsResearch data to support applications (optional)Work a few library shifts per year to gain a better understanding of how the Library operatesTime commitment: Will vary depending on grant deadlinesGrant experience is an asset

Infrequent repair and/or regular maintenance of itemsMaintain detailed records of maintenance and repair activitiesIdeal for: Handy humans who like to repair and maintain thingsTime commitment: Flexible and ongoing*Experience required as this work would be done independently