Library Page - Teen Reading Ambassadors

The New York Public Library is seeking teens in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade to join the Teen Reading Ambassadors (TRA) program.

As a Teen Reading Ambassador, you will be assigned to one of NYPL's drop-in After School homework help and enrichment programs at local library branches in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the set-up and clean-up of the After School program
• Helping students with their homework
• Serving as a literacy tutor to children ages 6–12
• Developing and leading literacy-focused enrichment activities
• Participating in trainings and meetings to develop best practices in tutoring, with a focus on literacy
• Supporting programs conducted by the Children's Librarian and other key staff
• Being a role model for elementary school children and modeling exemplary behavior
• Collaborating and working with the Tutor(s) and/or other Teen Reading Ambassadors to create an enriching and fun environment for children

Optional: Supporting the production of the Teen Reading Ambassadors' literary magazine, Portal.

The program runs from September 25, 2026, to June 3, 2027, with scheduled hours of 6-7 hours per week, typically on weekdays after school.

Requirements:

• Current enrollment in 10th–12th grade in an NYC high school
• Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law
• 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