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School Year VolunTeens

Please note: The VolunTeen program is full at this time. 
Applications for Spring Semester 2010 will be available online and at the Information Desk beginning December 1, 2009.

School year VolunTeens must be in 8th-12th grades and need to submit a completed application form with signed parental consent to the Information Desk. The deadline to turn in applications is Friday, December 11, 2009.

The library accepts about 70 volunteers for each semester. Candidates will be considered based on experience, qualifications and compatibility with library needs. Applicants will be notified by the end of December whether or not they will be offered a position. Teens currently volunteering will need to indicate their desire to continue in their position and will be considered along with new applicants.

Job Descriptions:

Weekly Library Aides perform various tasks including shelf reading, gathering and displaying books, craft preparation, picking up, and cleaning library materials. The applicant needs to be able to follow directions, work independently, and be detail-oriented.

Puppeteens rehearse and perform pre-recorded puppet shows under the direction of a librarian. The puppet shows generally occur over a two- to three- week period.

Theater Techs assist with events in the Allen Civic Auditorium as needed. Duties include setting up and tearing down audio, video, lighting and staging equipment. Volunteers may occasionally assist in operation of equipment.

Special Events: Teens may sign up to help at special events only, and will be contacted as needed.

For more information, call Debbie Vavra, 214-509-4913 or email dvavra@cityofallen.org.