Teen Volunteer Opportunities (6th - 12th graders)

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Volunteer Job Descriptions

Teen Ambassador
Teen Ambassadors help the library bring information, education and opportunities to the community. Ambassadors work side-by-side with library staff, attend community events, help plan teen programs and network and collaborate with students, community leaders and organizations to spread the word about the library and teen services. Ambassadors meet once a month for 1.5 hours and as needed for events. 

Gaming Assistant
Gaming Assistants have experience and enthusiasm for a particular game and are willing to run, teach and play the game with other teens. Assistants assist with set-up and take-down as well. Some current teen game programs that require Gaming Assistants includes: Minecraft, D&D, Magic the Gathering, tabletop games, chess and platform gaming (Nintendo Switch, PS5 & Xbox Series X). Times, days, locations and time commitment vary.

Technology Assistant
Technology Assistants have experience and enthusiasm for current technology and are willing to set-up and run technology activities for teens. Some current and future technology-related teen programs that require some Technology Assistants includes: robotics (EV3), virtual reality equipment, coding and crafting (sewing & button maker, etc.). Times, days, locations and time commitment vary.

Special Project Assistant
We will contact you when we need help with various projects at one of our library locations or offsite. Special projects may include: helping with a children’s program; craft prep for a program; setting up/breaking down chairs and tables for programs or events; and Summer Reading Kick-off.

Other Library Volunteer Jobs (13 & up)
Opportunities include shelving materials, working with holds or helping during a book sale. Read more. 

Community Volunteer Opportunities

Olathe Youth Court
Youth Court is an alternative to District Court offered to first-time offenders. Volunteers serve as jurors, attorneys, clerks, bailiffs, and judges. 

Catholic Charities of NE Kansas
Volunteers serve in a number of ways, hosting food drives, selling donated items with our eBay store team, babysitting for families attending classes, organizing the clothing at TurnStyles Thrift Store and more.

Youth Volunteer Corps of Greater Kansas City
Youth ages 11-18 are invited to make a difference in their communities by participating in projects throughout the year. Over 65 different non-profit agencies team with YVCKC, providing volunteer opportunities for students. 

Heart to Heart
Dedicated to bringing relief to devastated communities world-wide, Heart to Heart will work with teen volunteers on an individual or group basis. 

Wayside Waifs
If you love animals, this might be the job for you. Opportunities include working with animals, organizing a drive and more.