What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Literacy Coordinator position at The New York Public Library?
The New York Public Library is seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Youth Literacy Coordinator. This role will be part of our esteemed Teen Reading Ambassadors program, where we empower young minds to become confident readers and thinkers. As a coordinator, you will play a vital role in setting up and cleaning after-school programs, assisting students with their homework, serving as a literacy tutor to children aged 6-12, developing and leading enrichment activities, participating in trainings, and collaborating with colleagues to create an engaging environment for kids.
Key Responsibilities include:
Key Responsibilities include:
- Support the setup and cleanup of after-school programs
- Help students with their homework
- Serve as a literacy tutor to children aged 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
