What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Reading Aide position at Northbrook Public Library?
Northbrook Public Library seeks 4 Youth Services Summer Reading Aides
Part-time: 18 hours/week
Schedule: Varies, includes day, evening, and weekend shifts
About the Position
Summer Reading Aides engage and interact with young people and their caregivers registering for and participating in the Summer Reading Program. They will assist in patron registration, explain program rules and procedures, log data in an online computer system, tally statistics, distribute prizes, and organize program supplies. Day, evening, and weekend hours required.
Qualifications and Experience
EDUCATION: Two years high school (minimum) and be 16 years of age by first day of employment.
Friendly, outgoing person with strong organizational skills and ability to work independently. Experience working with children and teens is highly desirable.
We are seeking a wide array of candidates that encompass varied identities and abilities and encourage those who have gained skills outside of traditional education to apply. The Northbrook Public Library is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging - so if you’re excited about this position but not sure if you meet all the criteria, we encourage you to still consider applying. You may have other experiences or skills that would still make you a great candidate.
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About the Library and Community
We seek candidates who share our passion for serving the people of Northbrook. The Northbrook Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values every community member and works to be welcoming and respectful of people's different identities including race, ethnicity, gender identity, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, religion, ability, language, age, size, and more.
The Village of Northbrook, IL has a resident population of 35,222. This highly regarded, civic-minded and well-resourced community is just 25 miles north of downtown Chicago. With excellent access to transportation, Northbrook has a vibrant business community and is headquarters to several Fortune 500 companies. Residents are attracted to the top-rated schools, access to many recreational opportunities, and its small-town charm.
This Library Journal Five Star library is a cornerstone of the community with strong public support and an operating budget of $8,600,000. The collection includes over 250,000 physical items, with an annual circulation of over 900,000.
Applying
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If accommodations are needed during the selection process, please let us know.
Open Until Filled
Salary : $15 - $17