The Mayor's Commission on Literacy

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Basic Information

Address: The Free Library of Philadelphia 1901 Vine Street (Room 26) Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone Number: 215-686-5250
Director: Dr. Judith Renyi

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Additional Information

Causes Served: Adult Education Advocacy, Workforce Literacy, Adult Literacy, GED
Clearances Required: No
Background Check: No
Population Served: Adult Learners
Ages for Volunteer: 18+
Hours of Service: 9am - 5pm (at least 3 hours)
Minimum Hours Required: 9 hours/week
Days of Service: Wednesday, Friday
Mission Statement:

Mission: Ensure quality literacy education is available for all adult learners.

Philosophy/Belief Statement:

Vision: By 2016, Philadelphia will be one of the most literate cities in the U.S.

Program History:

The Mayor’s Commission on Literacy seeks volunteers and college interns to work in our offices (The Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine Street) in a very fast-paced, creative, and friendly environment.

Additional Information:

The Mayor’s Commission on Literacy seeks volunteers and college interns to work in our offices (The Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine Street) in a very fast-paced, creative, and friendly environment.  Individual must be available 3 days/week (any days), for at least 3 hours (between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.).  The weekly schedule can vary, but must always meet the minimum number of days and hours. 

Some Responsibilities Include:

  • Answering multiple phone lines, providing callers with needed information, and documenting the call.
  • Performing a variety clerical and data entry duties.
  • Conducting online research and monitoring trends in adult education, distance, learning and technology.
  • Helping to monitor the organization’s social media interactions, and write blog entries.
  • Attending and representing the organization at community events.

 

Requirements:

  • Comfortable speaking on the phone with caring, considerate and articulate phone manners.
  • Must be a quick learner, able to adapt to various projects, detail-oriented, assertive (problem-solving skills a plus).
  • Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and follow direction.
  • Excellent writing, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Strong familiarity with – and interest in – blogs, online networking and new media.