What are the responsibilities and job description for the Children’s Services Assistant position at Antioch Public Library District?
We are looking for a creative, friendly, team player to join the Children’s Services Department as a part-time Children’s Services Assistant. We are seeking an adaptable, energetic entertainer to create and implement fun and engaging programs for children (birth through 5th grade), provide readers’ advisory, and demonstrate excellent customer service at our reference desk.
Duties Include:
- Plan, promote, and execute programs for children ages newborn through 5th grade
- Provide service and assistance to patrons in person and on the phone while at the reference desk
- Assist with the summer and winter reading programs, planning and executing
- Keep the Children’s Department neat; assist with cleaning of toys
- Prepare crafts and other program materials
- Record and compile statistics for the Children’s Department
- Attend meetings as assigned
- Other duties as assigned
A high school diploma is required for this position. Library coursework and experience with children and their caregivers is preferred.
This position is 24 hours per week: Monday through Thursday 4-9pm and Sunday 1-5pm.
$15.50/hr.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.50 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Antioch, IL 60002 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Antioch, IL 60002: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16