Children’s Story Time Leader, Smith Memorial Playground

Posted by on November 25, 2013

Children’s Story Time Leader
Position Summary: Select and read stories to children 5 years old and younger at Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Read stories appropriate for 5 years old and under
•    Select books to read from Smith library collection, home, or a local library

Reports to: Programs Manager
Time Commitment: One Wednesday per month, 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Qualifications:
•    The reader must be comfortable with young children and enjoy reading out loud
•    Be comfortable with people of various ages and diverse backgrounds

Support: The Programs Manager will be available for questions and assistance
Security Clearances: Child abuse clearance and criminal background check are required and must be provided by the volunteer.

Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse is a non-profit organization located in East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA. Founded over 100 years ago to provide opportunities for imaginative and creative play for children, SMITH’s 24,000 square foot Playhouse and 6 ½ acre Playground welcome 140,000 visitors annually.  SMITH’s mission is to provide children 10 and under from diverse backgrounds with free and accessible one-of-a kind play experiences that meet their physical, behavioral, and developmental needs.  The Playhouse is open year-round for children 5 and under, and the Playground is open April – October for children 10 and under.  Admission is free.  SMITH is easily accessible from Kelly Drive, Route 76, or SEPTA bus #32 which stops at the Fairmount Park entrance at 33rd and Oxford Streets.

If interested, please contact Naomi Roberson at [email protected].