Library Assistant

Do you love connecting with people, being organized, and using found material to create? If so, this is the perfect role for you! Rutabaga Toy Library is seeking a multi-passionate team member to join our team!

This role is ideal for an eager, self-motivated person who’s looking for a full-time job with internal growth potential. We’re looking for candidates who have a friendly and welcoming demeanor and who are enthusiastic about a job that fosters the community and eco-consciousness. 

The ideal candidate has experience managing a group of children and is enthusiastic about guiding a child’s natural curiosity. But most importantly, this person believes in our mission and is ready to dive into this small business head-first to be an important intricate part of our growth.

Responsibilities:

• Library Operations: 

  • Maintain cleanliness + organization of our space including playspace, bathrooms, and outdoor areas.

  • Assist with cataloging, inventory, and cleaning + maintenance.

  • Engage in positive customer experiences including helping customers with their toy selection and exchanges.

  • Maintain desk duties throughout shifts and answer questions and provide information to customers about pricing, services, and events.

• Nature Arts Day Camps:

  • Gather necessary materials & prepare lessons

  • Lead structured and unstructured activities, ages 5-8

  • Maintain a safe environment for the children at all times

• Birthday Party Facilitator:

  • Oversee weekend parties hosted at Rutabaga or at a Park

  • Create a fun experience for guests while supporting the party host

  • Lead the Eco-Activity with children during the party

  • Help maintain the space and supplies for parties

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates a kind and friendly personality

• Comfortable working in a busy & noisy environment

• Shows strong attention to detail with a simultaneous eye towards customer experience

• Ability to engage effortlessly with young children and caregivers of young ones

• 2+ years experience as a teacher in a child-care or school setting

• Experience in nature-based education is preferred

• Ability to build relationships with students, parents, and assistants

• Commitment to create a warm and positive environment

• Confident managing a group of 5 to 8 year olds – 6:1 and 14:2

• Resourcefulness during planning and execution of activities

• Passion for low-waste lifestyle and able to express, share, and teach to students and assistants

• Available on school holidays and breaks and weekends

• State and Federal background clearances required (after hire is OK)

• CPR and First Aid Certified preferred

• Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs & walk long distances

Benefits & Details:

• Room for growth and promotion within 

• Hourly pay is based on experience ($12-16)

• 30-40 hours per week

• Base schedule: 

  • Tuesdays 8:30-4:30

  • Wednesdays 8:30-4:30

  • Thursdays 11:30-7

  • Fridays 8:30-1:30

  • Saturdays 8:30-4:30

• Must be available some weekends and some school holidays

• Available to start ASAP