San José Public LibraryVolunteer
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering at your local library is a great way to:
- Use your talents
- Provide valuable service to the community
- Learn new skills
- Meet great people
- Reduce your fines through service
Featured Opportunity: SJPL VISTA Member
San José Public Library is searching for Full time AmeriCorps VISTA members to expand Library program capacity at the Early Education, Partners In Reading, and SJ Learning Collaborative units at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. Library VISTAs will receive a living allowance as well as an End of Service Award from the Corporation for National and Community Service.
Choose Your Volunteer Adventure
Select one of the following opportunities to sign up:
Volunteer Away Your Fines
Do you have library fines? Volunteer them away.
SJ Engage
Explore digital volunteerism and make a big difference (ages 13-24).
Library Services Volunteer
Assist at your local library with a variety of tasks and services.
Coding5k Program Leader
Lead a series of coding workshops using a provided curriculum.
Partners in Reading
Work with adults to improve their reading and writing skills.
Friends of the Library
Join a wonderful team by assisting with fundraising.
Homework Club Volunteer
Help students achieve academic success at the Library.
ESL Conversation Club Facilitator
Facilitate a welcoming environment to practice English.
Tech Mentor
Share your computer skills with others from your community.
More Volunteer Opportunities
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Jason Pell
Volunteer Services Analyst
1-408-808-2085
Robert Miranda
Volunteer Coordinator
1-408-808-2181
Volunteer News
Introducing Kiran Srinath
Kiran has volunteered at the Santa Teresa Branch Library since 2014 and has been a part of the Library Services program since October 2015. Kiran's current responsibilities include shelving, shelf-reading, tidying, and assisting librarians with special projects. Kiran has proven to be both extremely dependable in carrying out his duties and very enthusiastic about the library and its mission to provide educational and... read more
Introducing Eros Garcia
Eros is an exemplary teen volunteer who continuously demonstrates why he is an asset during programs at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. He is incredibly dependable, personable, and always eager to help. His ability to communicate with our Spanish speaking library users really made him an asset to the Friday Fun program, where he helps with arts & crafts and serves popcorn and lemonade to... read more
Volunteers of the Year
Every year, each of our 24 branches and units selects a volunteer they want to acknowledge as their Volunteer of the Year. From these nominees, one volunteer is selected for system-wide recognition as San José Public Library’s Volunteer of the Year. As always we recognize the great contributions and efforts of all our winners. Join us in congratulating the 2018 SJPL System Volunteer of the Year — Kathy Boyd ... read more