Teen Volunteers

Earn service hours by helping library staff. Requirements vary. Spaces are limited.

Before applying, review these expectations. After applying and before your first volunteer shift, all volunteers must attend an orientation.

Homework Help

  • Dates: August-May
  • Ages: 15-18
  • Minimum Availability: 1 hour per week
  • Tasks: Homework help, reading with kids
  • Status: Apply now.

Note: All volunteers must fill out an application, even if you've volunteered before.

Lead Volunteers

  • Dates: Ongoing
  • Ages: 16-18
  • Minimum Availability: 4-6 hours per month (during school year), 4-6 hours per week (in summer)
  • Tasks: Event help & materials preparation
  • Status: Apply now.

Summer

  • Dates: May-July
  • Ages: 12-18
  • Minimum Availability: 2 hours per month
  • Tasks: Giving out prizes, helping sign up readers
  • Status: Currently full.

Need more service hours? View this list of other Central Ohio volunteer options for teens.

Contact Us

Trouble logging in? Have questions about your shift? Contact Raychelle S.

If you need immediate assistance contact us at 614-882-7277 option 5.

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Whether you're a new parent, a student, a young professional, a teacher, a homeschooler or a senior citizen, there's something here for you. And it's all free.
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