Youth Services Library Associate

Algonquin Area Public Library; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

optional dental insurance

participation in Illinois MunicipalRet

Job summary

Algonquin Area Public Library District in Algonquin, IL is seeking a friendly Youth Services assistant for part-time, hourly work. You will support children and families with reader guidance, homework help, and access to online resources, while assisting with early literacy, technology, and crafts.

The role requires strong customer service, computer skills, and an eagerness to learn new technologies. Work includes afternoons, evenings, and weekends with a focus on community engagement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or LTA.
• Experience in customer service or library positions preferred.
• Interest in serving children and caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Provide reader guidance and homework help for children and caregivers.
• Answer chat and online material requests.
• Assist with early literacy, technology, displays, and programming projects.
• Help create preschool crafts.
• Assist patrons with self-checkout and basic computer assistance.

Skills

Customer service

Reader guidance

Technology assistance

Homework help

Education

Bachelor’s degree or LTA

Job description

Status: Part-time, hourly, non-exempt
Schedule: 25 hours/week (including afternoons, evenings, and weekends)
Wages: Starts at $20.46-$21.46/hour - depending on qualifications and experience

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• optional dental insurance
• participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund

Description

We seek a friendly, energetic, and engaging person to join our Youth Services team. This person should enjoy working with children and families to create positive interactions. The person in this position will work with the Youth Services staff at the Youth Services Desk to provide reader guidance and homework help for children and caregivers; answer chat and online material requests; assist with early literacy, technology, display, and programming projects in the Youth Services Department as assigned; help to create fun preschool crafts; assist patrons with self-checkout as necessary; and provide children and caregivers with basic computer, technology and equipment assistance.

This position requires a desire and ability to serve the public with friendliness, tact, and diplomacy; solid knowledge of personal computers, the Internet, and children’s books, music, movies, and games; willingness and ability to learn emerging technologies and job related skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; and excellent customer service skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or LTA
• Demonstrated interest and skill in providing services to children and caregivers a plus
• Previous experience in a customer service position or library position is preferred

Application

Application Deadline: Open until filled. Priority given to applications received by September 18, 2026.

Application Contact: Theresa Therens, Administrative Associate

Apply to:
Algonquin Area Public Library District
2600 Harnish Drive
Algonquin, IL 60102
[e-mail]

The Algonquin Area Public Library District is an equal opportunity, equal access employer.

The Algonquin Area Public Library District creates opportunities for enrichment and enjoyment by offering traditional and innovative services, resources, and programs for the community.