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City of Burlington, VT

Tween/Teen Librarian

Burlington, VT · On-site

$70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Initiates, plans and conducts a variety of programs and activities, including the yearly summer ... Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field required. * Master's Degree in Library ...

Keystone Science School

Summer Camp Nurse

Keystone, CO · On-site

$1.3K/wk

The Camp Nurse supports the health and well-being of participants in our day, residential, and teen ... Summer Schedule: Keystone Science School will employ two registered nurses who will each work 4 ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer teen science in the United States is $17.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Teen Science vs Summer Teen Environmental Program?

AspectSummer Teen ScienceSummer Teen Environmental Program
FocusGeneral science topics, experiments, and STEM activitiesEnvironmental issues, conservation, and ecology projects
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, classrooms, outdoor science sitesNature reserves, parks, outdoor field sites
Required CredentialsInterest in science, basic knowledge, sometimes high school science coursesInterest in environment, biology, ecology; sometimes related coursework

Summer Teen Science programs focus on broad scientific exploration and STEM skills, while Summer Teen Environmental Programs emphasize environmental awareness and conservation projects. Both roles involve outdoor and indoor activities but differ in subject matter and specific focus areas.

What is a Summer Teen Science program?

A Summer Teen Science program is a structured educational experience designed for teenagers, typically in middle or high school, to explore scientific topics during the summer break. These programs often include hands-on experiments, workshops, lectures, and sometimes field trips, all aimed at fostering curiosity and building foundational knowledge in various branches of science. Participants may focus on areas such as biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, or technology. Such programs are usually hosted by universities, science museums, or research institutions and can last from a week to several weeks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Teen Science program participant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Teen Science Program Participant, you need a strong interest in science, basic knowledge in subjects like biology, chemistry, or physics, and often current enrollment in high school. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, scientific data collection methods, and basic computer applications is beneficial. Curiosity, teamwork, initiative, and effective communication help participants excel in collaborative experiments and discussions. These skills are important for maximizing learning, contributing positively to group projects, and developing a foundation for future STEM pursuits.

What kinds of projects or hands-on activities can I expect as a participant in a Summer Teen Science program?

As a participant in a Summer Teen Science program, you can look forward to engaging in a variety of hands-on experiments, group research projects, and interactive workshops. These activities often cover topics such as biology, chemistry, environmental science, and technology, allowing you to apply scientific concepts in practical ways. Additionally, you may have opportunities to collaborate with peers, present your findings, and receive mentorship from experienced educators or scientists. These experiences are designed to enhance your understanding of science and build teamwork and communication skills.

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Infographic showing various Summer Teen Science job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,508 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Tween/Teen Librarian

City of Burlington, VT

Burlington, VT • On-site

$70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Salary : $70,283.20 Annually
Location : 235 College St. Burlington, VT
Job Type: Regular Full Time Non Exempt
Job Number: FFL Tween/Teen Librarian
Department: Fletcher Free Library
Opening Date: 07/21/2026
Closing Date: 8/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
General Purpose
Creative energetic and innovative library professional. Responsible for administrative work in planning and managing the activities of youth (Tween, ages 10-12 years old) and young adult (Teen, ages 13-19 years old) services in the library and all other related work as required. Tween/Teen Librarian works under the general direction of the Head of Youth Services. Functions requiring considerable judgment and initiative in planning and overseeing services to youth and young adults between the ages of 10 to 18 both within the library and the community.
The schedule for this role is Sunday - Thursday.
Union Affiliation: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
Pay Grade 17: $33.79 Hourly
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week
Essential Job Functions
  • Performs work under typical library conditions; library hours will require evening and weekend work.
  • Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates services to youth and young adults.
  • Assists Head of Youth Services in budgeting process and administers budget as assigned.
  • Assists Head of Youth Services in conducting community assessments to identify youth needs.
  • Assists the Head of Youth Services in developing goals, policies and procedures as it relates to youth and young adults.
  • Assists the Head of Youth Services with strategic planning and strategic goals for the Youth Services Department.
  • Assists Head of Youth Services in developing and implementing new strategies and methodologies to increase patron awareness of library resources and the monitoring of the results achieved.
  • Initiates, plans and conducts a variety of programs and activities, including the yearly summer learning program, to encourage the use of the library and which fulfill the diverse educational, recreational, literacy, technological and personal needs of youth and young adults between the ages of 10 to 18.
  • Assist in promoting programming and services in conjunction with the main library outlets and independently, including social media.
  • Works in conjunction and collaborates with Youth Services Librarians in coordination of library programming and services to youth and teens between the ages of 10 to 18.
  • Involves youth and young adults in planning and implementing services for their age group.
  • Works in conjunction with Collection Development Librarian to select, evaluate, maintain and discard youth and young adult collection based on professional judgment, preferences of youth and young adults and acknowledged review sources ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant and meets the needs of the community
  • Provides reference and readers' advisory services, media literacy programming and library orientation to youth and young adults.
  • Collaborates and partners with schools other libraries, social service agencies, civic organizations and other professional organizations to develop, promote, facilitate, and evaluate innovative programs to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community's youth and young adult population including reading clubs, homework help, instructional workshops, Makerspace programs, STEM and literacy programs, gaming, summer reading events, tech programs and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community.
  • Promotes, publicizes and represents youth and young adult services and the library to the community and local agencies in cooperation with other departments.
  • Works with library administration to seek supplementary funding to enhance library services, including state and federal grants.
  • Assists in grant writing as needed.
  • Trains and supervises interns, teen volunteers, and teen advisory councils.
  • Assists in managing patron behavior in accordance with the library ordinance, including assisting with trespass notices as needed.
  • Performs light custodial duties as needed.
  • Identifies, collects and interprets statistics as needed.
Non-Essential Job Functions:
  • Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements
  • Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
  • Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field required.
  • Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school preferred or the equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field; Additional experience may be substituted for a degree requirement on a two-for-one year basis.
  • Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage.
  • Minimum 2 years of direct professional experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for Youth and young adults (ages 10 to 18).
  • Knowledge of Youth and young adult literature and experience maintaining a Youth and young adult collection.
  • Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to better meet the needs of community users.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
  • Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
  • Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media, reference resources and databases.
  • Understanding of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for Youth and young adults, and urban public library issues preferred.
  • Ability to do Information literacy instruction and online learning instruction to teens.
  • A broad knowledge of the intellectual, emotional, psychological and physical development of adolescents is essential.
  • Genuine respect for youth and young adults and an ability to establish rapport with them.
  • Ability to administer and direct the work of staff and volunteers.
  • Ability to express oneself orally and in writing.
  • Flexibility, initiative, creative innovator, energy, patience and tact to deal effectively with the public.
  • Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
  • Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.
  • Periodic offsite travel required.

Additional Information
Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity
The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.
In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.
Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our website.
For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at or .
The City of Burlington is proud to offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits program that includes:
  • Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage
  • Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Programs
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation)
  • Pension Plan
  • Contributory Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Discounted Gym Memberships
  • Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online)
  • Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Bonus Incentives Program
  • Local & National Store Discounts
  • Subsidized Transportation Options
  • Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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Do you have at least 2 years of direct professional experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for Youth and young adults (ages 10 to 18)?
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I acknowledge this role requires weekend, evening, and Holiday work.
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