Teen Programming Page - Children's Services

Description

Under the guidance and direction of the Children’s Services Manager, the Teen Programming Page assists the Teen Librarian with after-school programming for teens, and summer programming for teens and school age children, including engaging the teens in activities such as technology, games, crafts, etc. and providing supervision for the teen areas to ensure appropriate behavior and use of the space.

• Assists the Teen Librarian in preparing and executing after-school activities for middle school and high school students, and summer activities for middle school students and school age children.
• Engage teens in activities, including crafts, games, and technology.
• Aids in training of staff and volunteers.
• Aids in programs for the Children’s Department.
• Maintains and addresses customer behavior to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.
• Participates in departmental and library-wide training and activities, including technology and safety training.
• Provides excellent internal and external customer service.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Enthusiastic about working with teens in a fun and educational setting.
• Ability to address and redirect behaviors.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and work independently.
• Ability to maintain a daily record of accomplished tasks.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others as a team.
• Schedule may include daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Ability to demonstrate technology skills and learn new technology like 3D printing.
• Ability to issue guidance and ensure compliance with the Library’s Rules of Conduct and policies.
• Good vision and hearing to effectively engage with customers.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer, phone, and makerspace equipment.
• Familiarity with workplace productivity software, including skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Physical ability to handle and lift library materials weighing approximately 40 pounds and setup for events.
• Ability to push fully loaded carts of library materials.
• Satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Experience working with teens is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of Spanish and/or French is helpful.

Skills

• Technology skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Supervisory skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Vacation leave accrual: 1.5385 hours per bi-weekly pay period (45 hours, or five days per year).
• Bereavement leave: Paid leave will be given for the loss of an immediate family member (as defined in our Staff Handbook) for up to five consecutive days, including the day of the funeral. To be eligible for the prorated bereavement leave, the employee must give reasonable notice to his/her department manager and specify the time and date when the employee will return to work. Leave will be paid only for the scheduled work time lost and will not count toward extra or overtime hours.
• Holidays: The Library is closed on the following nine (9) days: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, and Christmas Day. With the exception of Easter Sunday, all of these days are paid holidays, pro-rated for 19- hour and under employees at three (3) hours for each holiday.
• Employee Assistance Program: The Library provides a confidential Employee Assistance Program. The cost of this service is paid entirely by the Library. Employees or their family members may arrange for counseling sessions on any area of concern, personal or professional.
• Deferred Compensation Plans: Library employees are offered the opportunity to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement plan.

Pay

• Pay rate: $15 per hour.
• Open until filled, with first review of applicants on June 8, 2026.

Schedule

• Mondays – Fridays: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm.

Application Instructions

• Are you a current or previous Champaign Public Library volunteer or practicum student? Yes/No.
• Do you have any relatives who work for the Champaign Public Library? Yes/No.
• If you have relatives who work for the Champaign Public Library, please share their name. [The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text].
• What is your highest level of education? Less than high school/High school diploma or GED/Some college/College degree or higher.
• Are you able to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds? Yes/No.
• The schedule for this position is as follows: -Mondays - Friday: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Are you available to work the above schedule? Yes/No.
• Please select the experience you have assisting/instructing others with technology, including a makerspace. 1-2 Years/3-5 Years/5+ Years/None.
• How many years of experience do you have working with children or teens? 1-2 years/3-4 years/5 or more years/None.
• Please tell us what kind of programs you have prepared for children and teens. [The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text].
• How many years of experience do you have providing excellent customer service? 1-2 years/3-4 years/5 or more years/None.
• Please describe how your skills, experience, and interests prepare you to be the best candidate for this position at the Champaign Public Library. [The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text].
• I understand that I am required to submit with this application the names and contact information of three professional references. If you have not included this information in your application profile, please return to your application and complete this requirement.