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Library Page, Teen Reading Ambassadors - Chatham Square Library

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Library Page, Teen Reading Ambassadors - Chatham Square Library

Department:

Branch Libraries

Employment Type:

Part Time

Location:

Chatham Square Library

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

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

Move and transport 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