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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time library in Chicago, IL is $19.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.58 and $21.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Part Time Library Assistant, you need organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic literacy and computer proficiency, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with library catalog systems (such as Koha or Sierra), digital archives, and office equipment is typically required. Strong customer service, communication skills, and a collaborative attitude help you engage effectively with patrons and team members. These abilities ensure efficient library operations and a positive experience for library users.

What are part-time library jobs?

Part-time library jobs are roles within libraries that require employees to work fewer hours than a traditional full-time schedule, often ranging from 10 to 30 hours per week. These positions can include jobs such as library assistants, clerks, shelvers, or even part-time librarians. Responsibilities typically involve helping patrons, shelving books, checking materials in and out, and assisting with library programs. Part-time roles are ideal for students, retirees, or anyone seeking flexible working hours. Benefits and requirements for these jobs can vary depending on the library and location.

What are some typical responsibilities and challenges faced by part-time library staff?

Part-time library staff are often responsible for assisting patrons with locating materials, checking items in and out, shelving books, and helping to maintain an organized, welcoming environment. A common challenge is balancing peak times when multiple patrons require assistance, especially during busy periods or special events. Additionally, part-time employees may need to quickly adapt to new technologies and library systems, as well as collaborate with full-time staff to ensure smooth daily operations. This role is a great opportunity to build customer service and organizational skills in a supportive, community-focused setting.
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Media Assistant

Oak Park Elementary School District 97

Oak Park, IL • On-site

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff/Library Media Assistant
Date Posted:
6/8/2026
Location:
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow School
Date Available:
SY26-27
Media Assistant: Part Time
Revised June, 25
Perm/contract:
SY26-27
Department:
Core Instruction
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Reports to:
Core Instruction Administration
Primary Reporting Location:
Longfellow Elementary School
Level:
Elementary
Compensation:
According to the OPSEP Bargaining Agreement
Date Available:
SY26-27
Bargaining Unit & Classification:
OPESP & Classified
Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Benefits:
Leaves - paid sick, and personal days provided
D97 Ideal Team Member Profile
  • The ideal team member in District 97 is a visionary and equity-centered leader who inspires excellence and fosters collective responsibility for student success. This individual:
    • Champions the vision of the school district
    • Models a forward-thinking and innovative mindset
    • Stewards public funds with a high sense of responsibility
    • Leads with an unrelenting commitment to universal student success
    • Demonstrates the ability to organize teams to achieve common goals
    • Leads with an awareness of the cross-functional nature of district work
    • Generates a culture of care for, learning with and service to the community
    • Aspires to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
    • Demonstrates a passion for working with a culturally, racially linguistically diverse district team of administrators, educators and staff in all roles
    • Actively seeks feedback, including critical feedback intended for professional growth
    • Understands the intersection of public school leadership, student learning and equity
    • Courageously addresses adult behavior that does not meet professional expectations

About the Role
District 97 seeks a dedicated and dynamic part-time media assistant to join our team. The job of the media assistant is to to partner with the library staff to assist in the organization, utilization, and maintenance of library media resources.
The Media Assistant is instrumental in the work outlined in Board Policy 7:12: Ensuring Racial and Educational Equity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Organize subject collections
  • Maintain equipment and set up as needed.
  • Check materials in and out.
  • Print and distribute overdue notices and update records as necessary.
  • Shelve books.
  • Repair and recover materials, fix labels, tape spines, glue pockets and assist in inventory and in maintaining literature grid collection, assign books to the bindery.
  • Process, label and catalog new materials.
  • Assist in keeping the Media Center in order
  • Other duties may be assigned by the Principal/Media Specialists.

Content Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to work in a confidential business atmosphere.
  • Ability to communicate and interact with individuals from varied educations and social backgrounds.
  • Exhibit accomplished office equipment operator skills, e.g., computers, printers, fax, copiers, and phone systems.
  • Highly skilled in the development and use of complex filing systems, both hard copy and database-related.
  • Ability to work effectively in a constantly changing environment.
  • Ability to maintain a cooperative nature under stressful business situations.
  • Ability to work effectively with computer word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and other applicable software applications.
  • Possess an above-average ability to relate individuals to names and situations
  • Ability to represent the district/school with a professional and positive demeanor and appearance.

Candidate Qualifications:
  • High school diploma
  • Six months to one-year related experience and/or training preferred

Physical Requirements:
This position requires the performance of light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The position includes close visual acuity, frequent talking, hearing, walking, climbing stairs and standing, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in non-hazardous environments and a clean atmosphere. The position requires indoor and outdoor supervision during varying temperatures and climatic conditions.
Apply through Frontline:
Applications are currently being accepted for this position via our district website. Please reach out to our human resources department at district97hr@op97.org, if you have questions about the application process.
We encourage interested applicants to apply, as we continue to uplift our equity policy. Our goal is to recruit, employ, support, and retain racially and linguistically diverse and culturally competent administrative, instructional and support personnel. Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The mental demands, physical demands, and work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow an employee with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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