Volunteens - Huntley Area Public Library

Thank you for your interest in the Huntley Area Public Library’s Volunteens program. The library offers some in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities for youth in grades 6-12. Please fill out the application below if you would like to be considered for the Volunteens program. (Or print out an application here.)

Some of our volunteer projects include completing surveys, writing book reviews, making or preparing crafts, collection projects, cleaning, assistance with library events, and more. We hope to be able to offer more in the future.

Please Note: New volunteers are brought in on an as needed basis. Openings may arise due to volunteer turnover or new program needs. You will be notified by email when we have received your application and will receive more information about what opportunities are available at that time.

Volunteens activities of the past:

Volunteens Application

Thanks for your interest in volunteering at the Huntley Area Public Library. We welcome applications from middle and high school students (grades 6-12) who are eager to make a real difference in our community. Please fill out the form below so we can get to know you better and match you with possible volunteer opportunities.

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Your Information

Email(Required)

We primarily use email to communicate with our volunteers. Please provide an email address that you check regularly that can receive messages outside of school (some school district 158 accounts don't allow outside messages).

Name(Required)

Enter your first and last name.

First Last

Birthday(Required)

Enter month, date, year

Age(Required)

Enter your age.

Grade(Required)

Enter your grade in school.

School you attend(Required)

Enter the name of the school you attend (Marlowe, Heineman, HHS, homeschooled, etc.)

Phone(Required)

Enter your phone number.

Home address(Required)

Enter your home address (example: 11000 Ruth Rd., Huntley, IL 60142)

Do you have a Huntley Library card?(Required)

Yes

Emergency Contact

This is the person who will be contacted in case of an emergency while you are volunteering.

Contact Person's Name(Required)

Enter the first and last name of your contact person.

First Last

Relationship to you(Required)

Example: mother, father, grandmother, aunt, etc.

Contact Person's Phone(Required)

Enter in your contact person's phone number.

Employment Information

If you are currently employed, please supply the following information.

Place of Employment

Employer/Supervisor's Name

Enter the first and last name of your employer or supervisor.

First Last

Your Position/Job Title

Short Description of Job Duties

Volunteer Experience

While we do not require previous volunteer experience in order to volunteer at the library, we would like to know about other volunteer experience you may have had and why you would like to be a Volunteen.

Have you ever volunteered before?(Required)

Yes

Where did you volunteer?

Describe briefly what you did as a volunteer.

What interests you about volunteering at the Huntley Area Public Library?(Required)

Interest Survey

This information helps us understand your interests, skills, and the types of volunteer work you would like to do.

List some words that describe you(Required)

Examples: creative, energetic, impatient, independent, extroverted, etc.

List your hobbies/interests/talents(Required)

List any clubs or organizations you belong to, and/or school activities (sports, etc.) in which you participate(Required)

I like(Required)

Select all that apply.

working with kids

working with adults

working with people my own age

working by myself

working in groups

working with computers

teaching/showing people how to do things

making art or crafting

writing

performing

reading

What skills do you have?(Required)

Select all that apply.

I can type

I can use MS Word and/or Google Documents

I can use MS Excel and/or Google Sheets

I can edit text/documents

I can take photos

I can record videos

I can edit videos

I have experience with web design

I can speak another language

I know how to clean things

I can organize things

List any other skills you have

Do you have any physical limitations?(Required)

Yes/No (if yes, please provide a brief explanation of limitations)

Volunteer Activities and Projects

The library will be offering some virtual and some in person volunteer opportutnities. Some of these can be done either in person or virtually. Share your preferences and any project ideas you may have below.

How would you prefer to volunteer?(Required)

In person

Virtually

Either/both

Which virtual volunteer activities are you interested in?(Required)

Select all that apply.

Writing book reviews

Creating themed book lists (bibliographies)

Testing/evaluating the library's website

Testing/evaluating the library's online catalog

Testing/evaluating the HAPL library app

Testing/evaluating library e-resources

Coming up with ideas for/suggesting library events

Coming up with ideas for/suggesting social media posts

Taking library surveys

Suggesting/creating quizzes, contests, etc.

Creating library-themed memes, videos, art, song parodies, etc. (can also be done in person)

Making book trailers (videos - like a movie trailer, but for a book!)

Promoting library events to other teens (grades 6-12)

Suggesting new books, movies, games, etc. for purchase for the library's collection

Helping with library events virtually (planning, researching, etc.)

Which in person volunteer activities are you interested in?(Required)

Select all that apply.

Creating/designing library displays

Testing out arts and crafts projects/creating examples for library events

Helping out at events (set up, clean up, assisting attendees if needed)

Planning and presenting classes/events (can be done with other Volunteens + library staff)

Making bookmarks to give away (could also be done virtually)

Coming up with ideas for/suggesting social media posts

Coming up with ideas for/suggesting library events

Shelf reading (making sure the library's collections are organized and in order)

Finding and pulling library materials for library staff

Cleaning library materials

Helping out at library book sales (organizing sale items, helping customers with their purchases)

Puppet Shows (for kids, in conjunction with library youth services staff)

Storytimes (for kids, in conjunction with library your services staff)

Leading book club discussions for grades 6-12

Taking photos at events

Attending library board meetings, taking and sharing notes about what was discussed

Testing out new equipment/projects in the library's Creative Studio (with library staff)

List any additional idas you have for possible volunteer activities or projects

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