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Teen Programming HQ Content Expert Application
YALSA is seeking up to 10 members to serve as content experts for its web resource,
Teen Programming HQ
. Content experts will submit one program a month, as well as vet programs submitted to the Teen Programming HQ and provide constructive feedback to submitters.
Applicants must have a strong background in planning, implementing and evaluating programs for and with teens, in accordance with YALSA's
Teen Programming Guidelines
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Expertise in STEAM, school libraries, ESL, community engagement, outcomes/evaluation, teen-led programming, and serving underserved youth is a plus.
Content experts will serve a six month term with the option to renew.
Apply by April 1, 2019.
Please note that this is a volunteer opportunity and not a salaried position.
For a full description of what this volunteer position entails, please read this
YALSAblog post
.
Name
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Email
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Personal ALA Member Number
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Job title
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Place of work
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Topic of expertise (e.g. STEAM, school libraries, ESL, outreach, community partnerships, etc). If none, enter "none."
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In 200 words or fewer, please describe your experience in planning, implementing and evaluating programs for and with teens:
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In 200 words or fewer, please describe a recent challenge you've had planning, implementing and/or evaluating a program and how you addressed the problem.
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In 200 words or fewer, please provide one example of a change you have made to your approach to working for and with teens since reading YALSA's report,
The Future of Library Services for and with Teens: a Call to Action
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In 200 words or fewer, please describe your experiences in providing support to other individuals who work for and with teens through teaching, coaching, and/or mentoring.
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Please provide the name of one person, who is not a relative, who can serve as a reference for you:
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Please provide an email for your reference:
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Please provide either a link to or upload a file containing an example of a program that you have recently implemented for and with teens. Web link:
If the example isn't available online, please upload it as a .pdf file (no larger than 500 KB)
