Library Aide (Summer Student)

Burlington Public Library; Burlington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused library is seeking a Library Aide for the summer. This role is perfect for students passionate about engaging children through STEAM programs. You'll facilitate hands-on learning experiences, promote reading initiatives, and support library activities. Join a team dedicated to service excellence and community enrichment, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on young learners. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience while making a difference in the lives of children and families in your community.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Development opportunities

Generous vacation privileges

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution or recent graduate.
• Experience in delivering children's programs is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate STEAM programs for children ages 6-12.
• Promote Summer Reading Club to caregivers and children.
• Support library staff by preparing resources for programs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Customer service

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Job description

Title: Library Aide(Summer Student)

Department: Programming

Reports to: Manager, Programming & Partnerships

Classification: Temporary Full Time (June 2 - August 22, 2025)

Hours per Week: 35 hours

Salary: $18.50 per hour

Posted: April 28, 2025 Closes: May 8, 2025

• This job posting is for an existing vacancy
  
  

About The Library

Everyone at Burlington Public Library, no matter what your role, works together for the betterment of the people, the community, and the organization we serve.

We bring our best selves to work, delight in helping others, and have an abiding passion for service excellence. Each of us excels in the personal qualities and skills that are essential to our work and the BPL Team.

Qualifications

Education:

• Completion of Grade 12, all students must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution or within six months of graduation
  
  

Experience:

• Experience in delivering children's programs is an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills
  
  

Overall Purpose: In alignment with BPL’s programming strategies, and under the guidance of the Community and Programming Librarian, the Library Aide will focus on facilitating Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) programs to children aged 6 to 9 that combine shared reading with hands-on learning through STEAM-based books and activities. In addition, the role will support the library’s Summer Reading Club program by promoting the program in the library and at outreach visits, and by assisting customers navigate the registration and check-in components of the Summer Reading Club.

Key Accountabilities:

• Encourage, promote, and assist customers with the registration and check-in processes for Summer Reading Club
• Prepare and facilitate STEAM programs for children ages 6-12
• Promote STEAM programs and the Summer Reading Club program to caregivers and children in the library and at outreach events
• Support library staff by preparing resources for library programs
• Complete a summative evaluation of the Library Aide position
• Perform additional position-related accountabilities assigned by management
  
  

Key Business Relationships:

Internal:

• Staff at the Library
  
  

External:

• Customers
  
  

Scope:

Budget: N/A

Direct and Indirect Reports: N/A

Key Competencies: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Behavioural:

• Model BPL’s values during all interactions and communications
• Communicate in a professional manner which is consistent and aligned with BPL’s voice and values
• Customer-first orientation and centricity
• Collaborative and solution-focused approach to problem solving and teamwork
• Participate in continuous learning and creativity
• Understand and appreciate diversity and inclusion in BPL’s collections and services
• Demonstrates resiliency and adaptability in resolving issues and switching tasks
  
  

Leadership:

• Demonstrates good judgment, accuracy, and has attention to detail
• Understands accountability
  
  

Technical:

• Knowledge of BPL’s vision, mission, values, and strategic plan
• Knowledge of policies, processes, procedures, and systems within BPL
• Knowledge of library Customer Experience Philosophy and Customer Experience Standards
  
  

Work Environment

• Most work is completed in public library spaces, while customers are present, with little exposure to noise, dirt, or external elements
• Some work is completed in office space, moderate level of computer and phone use
• Some outreach events are held offsite.
  
  

Physical

• Normal physical activity such as periodic standing, walking, sitting and the use of basic motor skills
• Some continuous physical exertion required such as moving, changing, and setting up for programs or community spaces; shelving, shifting, packing and unpacking boxes
• Ability to move materials and supplies (up to 50lbs)
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend and stretch to reach high and lowshelves
  
  

Mental

• Perform routine tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail on a computer
• Maintain a positive, professional, and diplomatic demeanor at all times
• Moderate focus while delivering programs
• Moderate stress for meeting timelines, competing priorities and people/relationship management
• Providing service and feedback to multiple people simultaneously
  
  

Working Hours

• BPL is open seven days a week and schedules may include regular evenings and weekends
• Must be able to drive between library branches
  
  

Working with us

As an employer, we have high expectations of the people we hire, and we are genuinely invested in the well-being, development, and work success of all employees.

Earnings for paid employees include a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, development opportunities, generous vacation privileges, flexible work arrangements, compelling rewards and recognition, and retirement security.

Burlington Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

If you have a disability that makes it difficult to apply using the online form, please call us at 905-639-3611 Ext. 1154.

We thank all applicants in advance and advise that we will contact only those selected for an interview.

Personal information on your résumé is collected under the authority of the Public Libraries Act, R.S.O. 1990 and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

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