Learn new skills and be a role model for other kids

If you're a teen volunteer (ages 12-18), you can help librarians read aloud to children and assist with all kinds of cool youth programs.

Responsibilities

• Read aloud to children.
• Assist staff in the administration of the popular Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program.
• Assist staff in planning, conducting, and evaluating children's programs like arts and crafts, drawing and painting, puzzles and games.

Requirements

• 12-18 years old.
• Consent portion of Volunteer Application signed by parent or guardian before starting the assignment.
• A friendly manner and a strong commitment to working with children.
• Book Buddies are asked to make a minimum commitment of volunteering, 1 day a week for 2-3 hours, for a period of at least 3 months.

How to Apply

1. Complete an Online Application or:
2. Print Application and mail it to:

Office of Friends and Volunteer Services
Brooklyn Public Library
Grand Army Plaza
Brooklyn, NY 11238

For further information, please contact the Office of Friends and Volunteer Services at 718-230-2406 or e-mail us at
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