Application Packet

Do you love to read? Do you enjoy kids? Are you looking for a way to make a difference? One of the best ways to have an impact on our community and children's success in school and life is to be a United Way Reader.

Reading aloud with children not only builds their language and literacy skills, it exposes them to new ideas, builds their social and emotional skills, and most importantly, inspires them to have fun and become lifelong learners.

Support York County Early Literacy Efforts by:

  • Reading to a child or small group of children for one hour at least bi-weekly

Responsibilities of Volunteer Reader:

  • Maintain regular schedule with child or small group of children
  • Check in with United Way of York County Volunteer Center monthly
  • Attend a 2 hour training, complete an application, and undergo a background check

Training for Volunteer Reader will cover:

  • Data and facts about literacy in Maine and nationally
  • Mission and work of United Way of York County
  • Model reading, tips and tools for reading to young children

Qualifications:

  • Have a working email address and computer proficiency
  • Self motivated with a degree of flexibility
  • Willing to read favorite books over an over again!
  • Have a smile and sense of humor!

Time Commitment:

  • 2-4 hours a month (1 hour bi-weekly or 1 hour weekly)

Benefits:

  • Support early literacy for children
  • Develop a Volunteer Portfolio that can support your resume
  • Gain valuable leadership and volunteer management experience
  • Get a “Live United” t-shirt!

Contact:

Lora Kline

Director of Strategic Impact

Application

Section I – Personal Information
Section II – Background Screening
Section III – References

SECTION I: Personal Information

Date:______

Name:______Date of Birth: ____/____/____

Address: ______

AddressCityStateZip

Phone: ______Email:______

Occupation: ______Employer/School: ______

How did you learn about volunteer opportunities through United Way? ______

Have you lived in Maine for 3 consecutive years? ____ Yes ____ No

Emergency Contact Name:______

Emergency Contact Phone Number: ______

Why would you like to volunteer?

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Do you have volunteer experience? If so, what kind?

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Do you have experience with children? - If so, in what capacity?

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I can commit to at least one hour bi-weekly for at least six months? ____ Yes _____ No

SECTION II: Background Screening

Would you agree to have us check your background through a federal and state agency for criminal records, child abuse and neglect proceedings?

(Please circle) YES NO

List the different last names you have used ______

(Required for criminal records check)

Do you have a valid Driver’s License? Yes No

State Issue: ______Date Issue: ______Expire Date: ______Number: ______

Have you ever been convicted of a crime? ______If “Yes”, please explain: ______

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SECTION iii: References

Please list one family member and two non-family members to be used as references.

Reference 1: Name: ______Years Known: ______

Phone: ______Relationship: ______

Reference 2: Name: ______Years Known: ______

Phone: ______Relationship: ______

Reference 3: Name: ______Years Known: ______

Phone: ______Relationship: ______

Please read this carefully before signing:

By signing below, you attest to the truthfulness of all information listed on this application. You agree to let our program confirm all information listed and to conduct a federal and state criminal records check.

Signature: ______Date: ______

Please submit your application to:

Lora Kline, Director of Strategic Impact

United Way of York County

36 Water St. PO Box 727

Kennebunk, ME 04043-0727

207-985-3359

Fax 207-985-3564

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bringing people and resources together to effect long-lasting changes that improve lives.
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