Library Page, Teen Reading Ambassadors

4 days ago

New York NY United States New York Public Library Full time
Library Page, Teen Reading Ambassadors - Morris Park Library

Department: Branch Libraries

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Morris Park Library

Reporting To: Christopher Adams

Compensation: $16.00 / hour


Description

The New York Public Library is looking for teens in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade who are interested in at least one of the following:

  • Working with children
  • Exploring a career in education, literacy, librarianship, and/or youth services
  • Exploring the world and work of libraries

The Teen Reading Ambassadors (TRA) position will be assigned to one of NYPL’s drop-in after-school homework help and enrichment programs at local branch libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Teen Reading Ambassadors will be provided with pre-work and ongoing training that will allow them to serve as high-quality academic tutors at their site, with a focus on developing literacy skills and a love of reading in children ages 6–12. Ambassadors will also have the opportunity to support the production of Portal , a literary magazine for younger children.

Position hours are scheduled between September 16, 2023, and June 12, 2024. Those hours include:

  • Kickoff training on:
    • Saturday, September 28
    • Saturday, October 5
  • 32 weeks of work at your assigned library branch (starting the week of Oct. 7th)
    • Up to 7 hours per week, working either Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs for 3-3.5 hours each day after school
  • Special events and opportunities

Most hours will be scheduled after 3 PM on weekdays. A few weekend events will be scheduled. Teen Reading Ambassadors will not work during regularly scheduled DOE breaks or holidays. A program calendar will be provided during the interview process.


Key Responsibilities
  • Support the set-up and cleanup of after-school program
  • Help students with their homework
  • Serve as a literacy tutor to children ages 6–12
  • Develop and lead literacy-focused enrichment activities
  • Participate in trainings and meetings to develop best practices in tutoring, with a focus on literacy
  • Support programs conducted by the Children’s Librarian and other key staff
  • Be role models for elementary school children and model exemplary behavior
  • Collaborate and work with the Lead Tutor, other Tutors, and/or other Teen Reading Ambassadors to create an enriching and fun environment for children
  • Optional: Support the production of the Teen Reading Ambassadors’ literary magazine, Portal

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Experience

  • Current enrollment in 10th–12th grade in an NYC high school
  • Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law
  • A resume is required for this position. You can find a guide to writing your resume here .

Required Skills

  • Demonstrated interest in and/or experience working with children
  • Interest in reading, writing, and/or libraries
  • Strong communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse group of people
  • Demonstrated reliability and punctuality
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Hardworking and willing to be flexible
  • Able to communicate through email and other electronic formats in a timely manner
  • Demonstrated integrity
  • Basic computer skills, including email, internet, and word processing

More

Core Values

  • Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
  • Be Resourceful in solving problems
  • Be Curious in all aspects of your work
  • Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Physical Duties

  • Limited physical effort is required
  • Light lifting required
  • Lifting up to 20 lbs. required
  • May require travel within NYC

Schedule

  • 6-7 hours per week; scheduled for 3-3.5 hours each day on either Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday with additional orientation, training, and special opportunity hours to be scheduled
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