Scotch Plains Public Library, Scotch Plains, Union County

Teen Volunteers at Scotch Plains Public Library

Scotch Plains Public Library is accepting teen volunteers in grades 6 to 12 for shelf reading, events and its Teen Advisory Board.

Can I do this

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SPF students entering grades 6-12
The source states the age in words, so we show it exactly.
You can come without a guardian
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Guardian waiver
Not stated
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Background check
Not stated
An orientation is needed first
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Car
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Schedule

Ongoing

Format

In person

Service hours are not confirmed

Not stated. Ask them before you start.

About this role

What you would do

Teen Advisory Board: help create, plan and run library programs and services at monthly meetings
Shelf-reading: check library shelves to make sure each book is exactly where it is supposed to be
Complete a one hour training session before starting shelf-reading shifts
Prepare craft supplies for library programs
Assist at children's library programs and special events
Arrive on time for shifts and tell staff at least one day ahead if you cannot attend
Refer patrons to staff for questions outside your assigned duties

Scotch Plains Public Library serves readers of all ages in Union County. Teen volunteers work in the building alongside library staff. Shelf-reading runs as weekly shifts, and event and craft help is offered by email as tasks come up. The library cannot guarantee any one volunteer a set number of hours.

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