Arlington Heights Memorial Library volunteers play a vital role in providing top-quality service to our customers. They are people of all ages who come from many cultures and have varied experience and backgrounds - people who support the mission of the library and want to lend a hand. Because of the contribution of our volunteers, we are able to provide services to our community that would not otherwise be possible.

Volunteer Opportunities for Adults

Our volunteers work in varied positions around the library and are involved in activities such as:

Acting as a host for library programs
Assisting customers with genealogy research
Assisting staff with projects or clerical duties
Sorting and organizing donations for the Friends of the Library book sales
Staffing the Reading Room at the Senior Center
Teaching or coaching during computer classes
Tutoring English as a Second Language (ESL) students

Become a Volunteer

For additional information about becoming a volunteer, contact the volunteer office at 847-870-3784 or volunteers@ahml.info. We promote diversity and practice inclusion; all abilities are encouraged to apply.

Adults: If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the volunteer application.

Teens: Learn more about our teen volunteer opportunities on the Hub website.

Tweens: Learn more about our Tween Advisory Group.

Court-Ordered Community Service: If you need to complete court-mandated community service hours, please complete the appropriate volunteer application:

Please note inquiries should be submitted at least 6 weeks prior to your next court date.

Volunteer Openings

Open adult volunteer positions are listed below. When completing the volunteer application for a particular position, please refer to it by title.

Coach for Android Device Classes

Are you interested in working with individuals who are learning basic technology skills? Do you have personal or professional experience in teaching or mentoring?

If so, then please consider volunteering to become a Computer Class Coach for our Android mobile device classes at the Arlington Heights Senior Center. Our classes are small by design with only 4-6 students who range in ability from first-ever smartphone users to current users who want to learn more. Coaches assist the instructor with lessons from standard materials developed by library staff on Android mobile devices. Classes are offered on weekdays from 9-11 a.m. or 2-4 p.m.; the exact dates are determined by instructor and coach availability. Due to the customer service nature of this role, we prefer individuals who can commit to at least one class per month.

Coach for iOS/Apple Device Classes

Are you interested in working with individuals who are learning basic technology skills? Do you have personal or professional experience in teaching or mentoring?

If so, then please consider volunteering to become a Computer Class Coach for our iOS/Apple mobile device classes at the Arlington Heights Senior Center. Our classes are small by design with only 4-6 customers who range in ability from first-ever smartphone users to current users who want to learn more. Coaches assist the instructor by acting as a resource for customers who have questions or need one-on-one assistance during the class. Classes are offered on weekdays from 9-11 a.m. or 2-4 p.m.; the exact dates are determined by instructor and coach availability. Due to the customer service nature of this role, we prefer individuals who can commit to at least one class per month.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutor

Do you have personal or professional experience with individuals who are learning to speak English? Are you kind and patient with those around you that ask questions?

We are currently looking for English as a Second Language Tutors to meet with our wonderful students to assist towards improving their conversational skills. Tutors usually meet with 1 or 2 students per week. Each tutoring session is typically 1 hour and is scheduled based on mutual tutor/volunteer availability.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutor (Evenings and Saturday Mornings)

Do you have personal or professional experience with individuals who are learning to speak English? Are you kind and patient with those around you that ask questions? Are you available on evenings and/or Saturday mornings?

We are currently looking for English as a Second Language Tutors to meet with our wonderful students to assist towards improving their conversational skills. Tutors usually meet with 1 or 2 students per week. Each tutoring session is typically 1 hour and is scheduled based on mutual tutor/volunteer availability. The ESL & Literacy Services Office is open Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m-1 p.m. Our greatest need is for tutors who are available weekday evenings or Saturdays.