Student, Library Programs & Outreach

The Role

The Region of Waterloo Library (RWL) is committed to providing library services and supports to residents in the four rural townships (North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot, and Woolwich) in Waterloo Region. We are guided by our mission to connect residents to each other and to the world of ideas, which we accomplish by providing equitable access to information and services, diverse collections, and engaging programs.

RWL is seeking creative, enthusiastic individuals to join our team and contribute to our annual Summer Reading Club program at the library! This position involves designing, promoting, and delivering fun and interactive programs for children and tweens (ages 6-12) at our eleven rural library branches and the connected communities. You will also attend community outreach events, to promote RWL’s services and resources, and encourage the enjoyment of life-long learning. This position will require travelling daily between library branches and community locations across the Region of Waterloo. 

Please Note: This position will be dependent on funding by Young Canada Works (YCW). Applicants wishing to be considered for this job must be registered in the YCW in Heritage Organizations candidate inventory databank. (https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/young-canada-works/students-graduates/heritage-organizations-students.html)  YCW criteria state that candidates must be between the ages of 16 and 30 years; must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or have refugee status in Canada; and be legally entitled to work in Canada.  Must be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Designs, promotes, and delivers imaginative summer reading club programs across all rural libraries.  
• Selects stories and creative activities, develops program plans, and leads weekly programs with children, families, and community members.  
• Evaluates programs and maintains statistics.  
• Liaises with library staff, parents, and children.  
• Encourages literacy and enjoyment of reading.  
• Assists with special events and projects.
• Travels daily between multiple community centres/libraries in rural locations. 
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and skills are acquired through current enrolment in a university or college program in a related field (e.g., Arts, Child Study, Education), an interest in teaching, librarianship, family literacy or working with children and families, and experience working with children.
• Knowledge of library programming and teaching techniques.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Organization, creativity, and presentation skills to prepare and deliver engaging programs.  
• Communication skills, interpersonal skills, and proficiency in customer service.
• Computer skills with ability to use software such as Microsoft Office, the internet, and information databases. Ability to learn new technologies.
• Must provide an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check.
• Ability to travel within Waterloo Region.
• Ability to support and demonstrate the Region’s values.