What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Page, Teen Reading Ambassadors - St. George Library Center position at New York Public library?
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
Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.
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 :
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.
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