Associate
Are you a creative, hands-on person with a passion for bringing the library to life for our youngest customers? If you are passionate about early literacy and enjoy serving young children and families, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We’re looking for a friendly and dynamic individual with excellent communication and customer service skills to join our KidSpace team at the Main Library location. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic team player who enjoys engaging with people of all ages and backgrounds and helps ensure that everyone feels welcome at the library.
In this role you will:
- Coordinate, plan, and present regular Storytimes for children and families.
- Provide basic readers’ advisory and reference assistance at the KidSpace reference desk.
- Provide customers with basic technological assistance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience working with children in group settings.
- Familiarity with child development and children’s literature.
- Ability to speak comfortably in front of large crowds.
- Knowledgeable of basic computer applications and tablets.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills desirable.
Part-time position (25 hours/week). Schedule includes weekdays and every other full weekend:
- Mondays 8:30 am– 2:30 pm
- Wednesdays 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
- Fridays 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
- Saturdays & Sundays – 11 am – 5:00 pm
Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour + Enrollment in IMRF and prorated time-off benefits.
APPLICATION DEADLINE → November 17, 2025
Please review the full job description and consider joining our award-winning Library!
Please visit Submit a cover letter, resume, and the Employment Application to → [email protected] .
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
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