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Teen Volunteer Opportunities

Ages 14-18 can become a teen volunteer at the library!

The minimum age to volunteer with the San Antonio Public Library is 14.

This page is for teen volunteers, ages 14-18. If you are an adult and want to volunteer with the library, go here:

Volunteer with SAPL

 

In-person Volunteer Opportunities!

Opportunities include... 

  • Leading weekly clubs for teens.                         

  • Organizing a gaming tournament or other event for teens.

  • Taking photos of library events and editing them.

  • Creating fliers to promote teen events.            

Shifts are during library hours. When you fill out your application, it is best if you can turn in your application at the branch you are planning to volunteer at, so you can hopefully get a chance to meet the volunteer liaison or teen services librarian. Once your application is processed, your schedule will be set up with the help of the volunteer liaison!

Teen Library at Central Library 

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • Teen Summer General Assistant
  • Time Time Assistant
  • Teen Summer Photography: take and edit photos during Teen Summer events, suitable for Instagram uploads and other projects.

Spots fill up fast; call to check for availability.

Supervisor: Regina Almanza
regina.almanza@sanantonio.gov 210-207-2678


Bazan Library 

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • Teen Time Assistant.
  • Assist with 3D printing small projects.
  • Organize and inventory all video game equipment.
  • Any interests in assisting with maintaining a Minecraft survivor/creative world.
  • Any interests in creating a teen E-sports group [Rocket League, Mario Kart, Smash Ultimate].
  • Maintaining Bazan's NEW rock garden by painting rocks, clearing debris, refilling bee baths and taking pictures of the cool rocks you may find in the garden.
  • Multimedia design project with a focus on creating digital art displays for Bazan's teen space.

Supervisor: Cassie Garza
cassandra.garza@sanantonio.gov 210-207-9160


Brook Hollow Library 

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • Digital Media Assistant: Creating fliers on Canva, Publisher or other software to market Teen Events. 
  • Teen Time Assistant: The events or weekly clubs will be based on the teen's strengths and interests; the clubs can be art, outside fun, tabletop gaming, computer programming, or other topics. 
  • General Assistant: Tasks are customizable to teen skills and interests. 

Supervisor: Grace Holt 
grace.holt@sanantonio.gov 210-207-9030 


Collins Garden Library

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • Teen video creation assistant/ editor.
  • Digital Media Assistant: Creating fliers on Canva, Publisher or other software to publicize Teen Events.
  • Club Assistant: The events or weekly clubs will be based on the teen's strengths and interests; the clubs can be art, outside fun, tabletop gaming, computer programming, or other topics.
  • Snack Assistant: Help set up for summer snacks, help distribute to teens and children and help clean up.

Supervisor: Daniella Toll
daniella.toll@sanantonio.gov 210-207-9120


Johnston Library

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • Teen Time Assistant
  • Organize and inventory all video game equipment.
  • Organize and inventory all crafting equipment.
  • Maintaining Johnston's outdoor rock garden by painting rocks, clearing the surrounding area.
  • Assist with paper mache projects
  • General Assistant: Tasks are customizable to teen skills and interests.
  • Club Assistant: weekly/ monthly clubs will be based on the teen's strengths, consistency, and interest; the clubs can be book groups, art, tabletop gaming, or other topics. Staff will support teen volunteer in coordingating dates, supplies and advertising club.

Supervisor: Ana Pina
ana.pina@sanantonio.gov 210-207-9240


Maverick Library

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • Teen Library Leadership Council Volunteer (aka TLLC Volunteer): 2 spots open: 

    Set up, prepare for and attend Teen Time on Tuesday evenings.

    Design and create the board/display in the Young Adult collection.

    Plan and implement activities for future Teen Times--things that would be fun for the group.  Collaborate with other TLLC volunteers and coordinate with Library staff to make it happen!   Let your imagination guide you! Think outside the box!

    Welcome new Teens by introducing yourself and encouraging them to join in on the crafts, snacks, or activities, wherever they are comfortable, maintaining an inclusive atmosphere.

Supervisor: Mary Lou Bleichwehl
mary.bleichwehl@sanantonio.gov 210-207-9060


Mission Library

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • Teen Crafts Help: Assist at our Tuesday night craft club by setting up and cleaning up for event.
  • Teen Gaming Helper: Assist with gaming equipment, play chess and other games during the Saturday event.
  • Rock Garden Manager: Maintain Mission's rock garden by painting rocks and refilling the rock garden as needed.
  • Shelving Assistant: Help keep the library organized by finding books from a list, making sure shelves are organized, and books are in order.
    Please call to check availability.

Supervisor: Cindy Cruz
cynthia.cruz@sanantonio.gov 210-207-2704


Potranco Library

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • Summer Club Leader: Put your imagination to work this summer. Looking for a consistent and creative teen willing lead a weekly or monthly club for other teens. Interested in art, crafts, books, tabletop gaming, music/podcasts, show or movie fandoms? What else? Your ideas, your club! Library staff will support volunteer by coordinating dates, supplies, and promoting the club. Volunteer will gain valuable leadership skills while having fun and pursuing their interests. 

Supervisor: Sherry Ross
sherry.ross2@sanantonio.gov 210-207-9280


Schaefer Library

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • General Assistance/ Teen Club Assistant: Tasks are customizable to teen skills and interests.

Supervisor: Dacari Lambert
dacari.lambert@sanantonio.gov 210-207-9300


Thousand Oaks Library

Volunteer Opportunity for teens:

  • Teen Time Assistant

Supervisor: Kimberly King
kimberly.king@sanantonio.gov 210-207-9190