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The HOW and WHY of having teen volunteers in your library
SAMS ConferenceSeptember 18, 2015
Sara Hauser
Circulation Librarian
Pendleton Community Library
Teen Volunteers at Pendleton Community Public Library
• During today’s session– methods of recruitment – application process– training process– time commitments – incentives
Branding
Spreading the Word
• Weem 91.7 FM – “Voice of the Arabians”• School Announcements• Newsletter• Community Calendar• Club Sponsors• Signage• Teen Programs
The Application
• Includes– Basic personal information– Calendar of availability– Media release– Signed code of conduct– Three character references– Shirt size
Requirements/Eligibility
• Must be in high school• Must be able to commit to 3+ hours a
week• Must inform us of any scheduling conflicts
in advance– Band, sports, vacations, etc.
• Must call in absences– No call, No Show, No Go
Orientation
• FOOD!• Policies• Rules• Expectations• Dress Code• Questions• Interest Inventory
Interest Inventory
Training
• Two sessions• 2-hours
• Tour of library and garden• Interest inventory• How we do things at PCL• Call number tutorial• Basic Introductions
Call Number Tutorial
Library Jobs
• Everyday Tasks– shelving, weeding, edging, folding, etc
• Read N Feed/Project Suds• Community Garden• Special Programs• Special Projects
Incentives
• Awesome shirt!• Great for applications/resumes• Letters of reference• NHS or Beta hours• HS Page position• Thank You Party or Gifts• Meet New Friends• Great Environment
Questions?
Sara Hauser
Circulation Librarian
Pendleton Community Public Library
765-778-7527 x 115
shauser@pendleton.lib.in.us