Provide academic support for students in grades K-12 during Study Zone hours. Study Zone programs include Tutors, Reading Buddies, and Math Club. We offer these programs online and in libraries.
Roles and Shifts
In-person shifts
You will need to go to a library for these shifts.
Role | Duties | Shift and Age Requirements |
Tutors |
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Reading Buddies |
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Online shifts
You will need to log in to Zoom for these shifts.
Role | Duties | Shift and Age Requirements |
Greeters |
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Lobby Rovers |
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Reading Buddies |
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Tutors and Rover Tutors |
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Math Club Instructors | Prepare a weekly lesson plan and teach a 1-hour class. |
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Qualifications
State of Residence
You must be a Washington State resident to volunteer at Study Zone.
Age
Find age requirements for each volunteer role in the charts above. Age requirements are minimums. Adults are welcome to apply for any role except Math Club Instructors.
Equipment
To volunteer online, you'll need to have your own equipment so that you can participate on Zoom. You must have a personal laptop or computer with reliable internet access.
How to Apply
We accept applications throughout the year.
- To apply for in-person roles, contact the Tutor or Reading Buddy staff liaison at your library. Ask for the Teen or Children’s Services Librarian.
- To apply for online volunteer roles, complete the Study Zone Online application.
Holidays and Breaks
Study Zone is closed during all major holidays and for the following breaks:
- Mid-winter break (week of Presidents Day in February)
- Two weeks at the beginning and end of summer
- Thanksgiving week
- Winter break (last two weeks of December)