Teen Advisory Group

Thank you for your interest. Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now CLOSED. The Teen Services Librarian will be in contact with the applicants selected for an interview in early October 2025..

What is the Teen Advisory Group (aka TAG)?

The Teen Advisory Group at the Milton Public Library is the perfect opportunity for teens looking to complete their high school community service hours. Teen Advisory Group Members support staff with the delivery of programs for children, teens, and adults at the Milton Public Library. A range of opportunities are available and are divided into the following streams:

  • Volunteers in this stream meet monthly with the Teen Services Librarian, acting as representatives of the larger teen community
  • Members advise on the current needs of youth as well as how MPL can work towards fulfilling these needs, assist with program development by advising on current trends and interests, and advocate on behalf of MPL within their teen communities.
  • All members of the program are welcome to attend monthly meetings, which will take place at Beaty Branch
  • Volunteers will assist with program delivery on an as-needed basis, as communicated by the Teen Services Librarian. Duties will vary, but may include things such as supervising children, checking in registered participants, providing technology instruction, preparing craft supplies, setting up tables and chairs, and other duties as assigned.
  • Volunteers assist staff in the delivery of a reading practice program, working one on one with school age children in order to develop their reading skills. The volunteers will also deliver fun, learning based games that help reinforce the joy of reading.
  • Volunteers can earn community service hours by submitting reviews to Teen Buzz. Members may select any item the library loans out – book, movie, graphic novel, video game, etc – and write a review of the item. Members will earn 1 hour per accepted review, and may submit up to 2 reviews per month.

What Are My Responsibilities?

  • To attend scheduled shifts regularly and on-time, and to communicate with staff in advance regarding any absences or conflicts
  • To be fully engaged in the opportunity, participate to the best of your ability and demonstrate enthusiasm
  • To act as a positive role model and teen advocate within the community and as representatives of Milton Public Library
  • To provide feedback to staff about volunteer opportunities and the program in general.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Completed Grade 8 but not graduated from High School
  • Live or go to school in Milton, ON
  • Passion for community involvement, especially within a library setting
  • Conscientious and reliable
  • Friendly and welcoming attitude
  • Strong communication skills
  • Openness to learning new skills and taking on new opportunities
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team as needed in order to fulfill assigned tasks
  • Able to illustrate empathy and patience with others, regardless of age group

How Do I Apply?

Any student in Grades 9 to 12, who lives or goes to school in Milton is welcome to apply.  Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are currently closed, and will reopen in late summer 2026. Please direct any questions to corrina.mcgill@beinspired.ca. Thank you for your interest.