The New York Public Library is hiring: Library Page, Teen Reading Ambassadors -

Library Page, Teen Reading Ambassadors - St. George Library Center

Department: Branch Libraries

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: St. George Library Center

Reporting To: Allison Ameduri

Compensation: $16.50 / 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 through June 12, 2024. Those hours include:

• Up to 7 hours per week, working either Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs for 3-3.5 hours each day after school

• Program orientation and trainings

• 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 (https://www.nypl.org/remote-learning-resources/teen-reading-ambassadors/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 (https://dol.ny.gov/working-papers) as required by NYS law

• A resume is required for this position. You can find a guide to writing your resume here (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nrNlMECobGZr_M9q5jYCFoq-DfAQHMTq/view?usp=sharing) .

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

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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