Part-Time Children's Library Programs Assistant

Fllib; Fox Lake (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Fllib in Fox Lake, IL is seeking a Part-Time Children’s Library Associate to support Youth Services by providing reference, readers’ advisory, and engaging programs for children and families.

This role involves planning and presenting library programs, preparing craft kits, assisting with outreach and school visits, guiding patrons on computers and social media, and collaborating with colleagues. Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends is required; 16 hours per week at $17.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• LTA certificate or applicable Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience working with children required
• 2 years public library experience preferred
• Experience in arts and craft a plus
• Must be available to work an arrangement of days, nights & weekends

Responsibilities

• Performs readers advisory and reference services
• Plan and present library programs
• Prepare craft projects and other kits for patrons to take and make
• Assists with outreach visits, library tours, and school visits
• Aids in the creation of library displays, bulletin board design and some publicity
• Instruct patrons on the use of computers, databases, other technology and social media
• Collaborates with colleagues within and across departments
• Accomplish additional projects or clerical tasks as needed

Skills

Effective communication

Public library experience

Children's programming

Arts & crafts

Flexible schedule

Education

LTA certificate

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Social media platforms

Job description

Fllib in Fox Lake, IL is seeking a Part-Time Children’s Library Associate to support Youth Services by providing reference, readers’ advisory, and engaging programs for children and families.

This role involves planning and presenting library programs, preparing craft kits, assisting with outreach and school visits, guiding patrons on computers and social media, and collaborating with colleagues. Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends is required; 16 hours per week at $17.00 per hour.