Library Assistant Youth Services

Job Posting: Library Assistant (part-time)
Department: Youth Services

Avon Grove Library has an opening for a part-time Library Assistant (20-25 hours per week) in
Youth Services who will be responsible for conducting assigned storytimes and other youth-
related activities, work with the Youth Services team to plan, develop and carry out events for
children and teens, giving excellent customer service, following library and system policies and
maintaining the public service image of the library.

Salary: $12.34 per hour
Hours: Some weekdays; occasional evenings and/or Saturdays

Responsibilities: Develop and carry out age-appropriate programs for children birth through high
school age and their caregivers. This may include but is not limited to weekly Storytimes, themed
programs such as STEM events, craft sessions, and Summer Reading Program. Set up and cleanup
for these related events. Assist the department with scheduled functions such as community
events. Visit schools, daycares and other youth-centered places to conduct outreach activities on
a regular basis, as assigned.

Requirements: Excellent verbal communication skills, a friendly and patient manner with
children, genuine enjoyment of people young and old, flexibility, commitment to public service,
and the ability to handle stressful situations. Must be able to work with other staff members as a
team. Perform essential functions of the job with minimum supervision. Candidate will require
basic PC proficiency including email skills. Previous experience working with children is preferred.
Physical abilities: should be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds, as well as stand, sit, walk,
stoop, and reach within a confined area. Candidate must have reliable transportation.

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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply send a resume, cover letter, and
three references to David Payne, Library Director (dpayne@ccls.org) or at Avon Grove Library,
117 Rosehill Avenue, West Grove, PA 19390.

Avon Grove Library is a member of the Chester County Library System and an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

117 Rosehill Avenue, West Grove, PA 19390 610-869-2004 avongrovelibrary.org