teen volunteer program

Caledon Public Library thanks all those interested in volunteering with CPL however, due to the large number of applications received, only those only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications are kept on file for a period of 6 months.

Qualifications for the Teen Volunteer Program
Do the following statements apply to you? Then you’d be the perfect Teen Volunteer!
- You are a resident of Caledon, or are attending a Caledon high school
- You demonstrate a passion for community involvement, especially within a library setting
- You are conscientious, reliable and independent
- You demonstrate strong communication skills, verbal and written
- You are open to learning new skills and undertaking new opportunities
- You require minimal direction once a task has been assigned
- You are able to work well individually or as part of a team in order to fulfill assigned tasks
What Volunteers Can Expect
- To communicate with CPL staff regularly and consistently via email re volunteer opportunities
- To attend scheduled shifts on-time, and to communicate with staff as directed regarding any absences or conflicts
- To be fully engaged in your opportunity, participating to the best of your ability and demonstrate enthusiasm for your assigned volunteer opportunity
- To act as a positive role model and teen advocate within the community, and as a representative of Caledon Public Library
- To provide meaningful and constructive feedback about your volunteer experience with CPL

Casual Office Assistant (Required Age: 12+)

Applications Closed

Assist with general office tasks ranging from program material preperation to organizing and sorting. Tasks required may include: cutting out craft material, preparing examples/templates of crafts, drawing or painting pictures/materials, counting ballots, filing documents, and testing out program activities.

Children’s Program Assistant (Required Age: 12+)

Applications Closed

CPL offers volunteer opportunities to assist with a variety of children and teen programs and events throughout the year, and particularly during summer and March Break. Volunteers may be required to assist with taking program attendance, helping with set up and clean up of program material and providing support to program participants needing tech or activity help.

Teen Reviewer (Required Age: 12+)

Applications Closed

This opportunity offers students the opportunity to read Young Adult books and earn volunteer hours for doing so. Teen Reviewers are asked to read a newly published book of their choice from Caledon Public Library’s YA collection and submit a short review, not more than 500 words. Completed reviews may be shared with the public on the library’s social media accounts. Books selected for review are published within the past 6 months.

Homework Buddies (Required Age: 14+)

Applications Closed

CPL offers confident students the opportunity to volunteer to help children ages 6-10 who are struggling with reading and or writing. The Homework Buddies program pairs up older high school students with elementary school age students who need some extra help practicing their reading or writing, in English and/or French. French is an asset for volunteering with CPL’s Homework Buddies program.

Tech Teens (Required Age: 14+)

Applications Closed

CPL offers student opportunities to volunteer with technology based children and tween programs throughout the year. Volunteers selected to participate in our technology based opportunities will also host our Tech Savvy Teens program and assist patrons weekly with their various technological needs. Experience with social media accounts, Microsoft office, downloading eBooks, 3D printing and coding is recommended. Successful candidates can expect that commitments to volunteering in a Tech Savvy Teen capacity will consist of a pre-determined length of time.

TAG (Teen Advisory Group) (Required Age: 12+)

Applications Closed

Members of Caledon Public Library’s Teen Advisory Group will gain experience helping to plan and run events aimed at young adults. TAG volunteers are expected to actively participate in sharing opinions and providing feedback re the library’s teen programming, collections, and much more. Members must be able to attend one meeting per month at the Albion Bolton branch.