Volunteer @ your library

Share Your LOVE…

Of Books
Of Reading
Of Literacy
Of Learning

Volunteering at Broward County Library means giving the most precious gift of all - your time.  Contact your local library directly to ask about current volunteer opportunities.

Volunteering is a chance to give something back to one of your community's most valuable resources, the library. Whether you want the chance to make a difference in someone's life, make friends and have fun, or earn valuable community service hours and professional experience, the library is a place where you can share your skills and better your world.

Volunteers are an integral part of Broward County Library. In 2006, volunteers contributed over 90,000 hours of service doing everything from tutoring to leading library tours to shelving books. Whatever your interest or skill, whether you can spare a few days or just a few hours, Broward County Library welcomes you.

Volunteer Opportunities

With 37 library locations throughout Broward County, there are plenty of options - volunteer close to home or near your job, wherever it's convenient. And with a variety of operating hours, you can pick the hours that fit your schedule. Giving has never been this easy!


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Community Service Hours

First Step: Contact Your Local Library to Find Out About Great Volunteer Opportunities

You know you need them, and you can get them here. Want to have a good time, make friends, and fulfill your school requirements? Sign up at one of our Teen Volunteer Orientations and get all the details. Volunteering at the library is also a great way to get real-life work experience, enhance your resume, or give a boost to your college applications.

Generally, teen volunteers work in the library's Youth Services Section where they keep busy doing any number of activities.

• Tutor younger children in reading and math
• Help Youth Service librarians with programs
• Assist with arts-and-craft activities
• Shelve books and other materials
• Perform simple administrative tasks

Teen Advisory Board

If you're interested in being a leader in the library, join the Teen Advisory Board. Almost every Broward Library location has one, and they provide valuable input on teen programs and events as well as the selection of books and other materials.


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Giving back to your community has never been easier, simpler, or more fun. There are myriad ways to help at Broward County Library - whatever your skills or interests, there's something for everyone.

Each One, Teach One

Making a real difference in someone's life doesn't just change them - it changes you. Each One, Teach One gives you the chance to teach an adult to read and/or write.

For more information about Each One, Teach One, please call 954-625-2820 or e-mail:  learningservices@browardlibrary.org

Broward County Library Learning Services
Each One Teach One
Tutor Training Schedule: 2010

Workshops - 10 am - 5 pm

If you would like to register for training, please call us at (954)-625-2820 or e-mail us at learningservices@browardlibrary.org 

January 23rd (Advanced)                                                         
Tamarac Library                                                                        
8701 West Commercial Blvd.                                                 
Tamarac, Florida 33351                                                           
(954)720-2282                                                                          

February 20th (Basic)                                                                 
North Regional /Broward College Library                             
1100 Coconut Creek Blvd.                                                        
Coconut Creek, Florida 33066                                                 
(954)201-2600                                                                            

March 13th (Advanced)                                                              
North Regional /Broward College Library                              
1100 Coconut Creek Blvd.                                                         
Coconut Creek, Florida 33066                                                  
(954)201-2600                                                                            

April 17th (Basic)
Carver Ranches Library
4735 Southwest 18th Street  
West Park, Florida 33023
(954) 985-1945

May 15th (Advanced) 
Carver Ranches Library 
4735 Southwest 18th Street  
West Park, Florida 33023
(954) 985-1945

June 12th (Basic)
Tamarac Library 
8701 West Commercial Blvd.
Tamarac, Florida 33351
(954)720-2282

English Café

Like to chat? Volunteer at the English Café, a place where speakers of other languages can practice conversational English.

For more information about English Café, please call 954-625-2820 or e-mail:  learningservices@browardlibrary.org

On Location

Your local library always needs help! Volunteer and shelve books, greet customers at the information desk, or give tours of the library.

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Senior citizens are invited to volunteer for any of the great opportunities above as well as Prime Time 2, an innovative, intergenerational literacy program that brings senior citizens into federally funded daycare centers to read stories and have some fun. Training and all materials are provided. Please contact Katy Mullon at 954-357-7406 or e-mail:  kmullon@browardlibrary.org for more information about Prime Time 2.

For more information about volunteering, please click here to e-mail us at LibraryVolunteers@browardlibrary.org.