EPL Summer Camp Programmers

Job Responsibility: Job Number : 52281

These summer opportunities will begin June 15, 2025 and end August 23, 2025. Great Library, Great City, Great Opportunity! If you are outgoing, enthusiastic and have a passion for working in the community with people of all ages then the Edmonton Public Library (EPL) has a summer position for you! The focus of this role is to plan and lead activities for seven (7) week-long Cook Up a Story Summer Camps for kids aged 9-11 at the Stanley A. Milner Library in July and August. You will have a unique opportunity to lead hands-on learning experiences in The Kitchen and in The Makerspace, facilitate literacy-based games, crafts, and activities, and host other special events for participating campers in and around the Library. Working with a professional and supportive team, you will gain experience introducing a wide range of EPL resources and services to children while representing EPL and building relationships with community partners.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present a variety of classes and literacy activities for children 9-11 to encourage them to build friendships, develop new skills, explore the resources of the Library, and participate in enriching experiences that fuel their curiosity, creativity, and love of learning. This includes planning and leading cooking, nutrition, making and creating and other hands-on learning classes.
• Collaborate with EPL staff and community partners in planning and leading activities and supervising children.
• Lead children and community partners in the safe operation of equipment and technology in The Kitchen, The Makerspace, etc., as required.
• Promote Summer Reading Fest (Summer Reading Club) and events.
• Be an EPL ambassador, forming positive relationships with camp participants and community partners.
• Prepare nutritional meals and snacks for attendees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Successful completion of a minimum of one year and of a related post-secondary program is required.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Experience working in customer service.
• Experience preparing and presenting classes is an asset.
• Experience in a professional kitchen is an asset.
• Related library experience is an asset.
• Current First Aid Certificate is an asset.

What do you need to bring to this position?

• Enthusiasm with the ability to build excellent relationships with participants.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Ability to prepare and present classes that support literacy and learning for children.
• Comfortable with facilitating classes and events using new technologies.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to contribute positively and work effectively within a team environment.

Who we are:

The secret ingredient for making EPL a magical place is no secret at all; in fact, it's very simple: We share. We share stories, ideas and experiences. We share with our customers, our communities, and ourselves. We are Edmonton's largest lender of all manner of information and entertainment. Pay Band: $26.44 per hour Shift differential may apply in accordance with the terms and conditions of the CSU 52 Collective Agreement.

Note:

• Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for this position.
• Satisfactory background screening is required for this position which includes a Criminal Record Check/Police Information Check.
• This position will consist of a limited number of varied shifts (which may include evenings and weekends) in June and early July but will be Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm through the remainder of the term.
• Due to the nature of the position, we cannot accommodate the vacation or time-off requests during the contract period.

Classification Title : Library 3 Posting Date : Apr 22, 2025 Closing Date : Apr 27, 2025, 11:59:00 PM (MDT) Number of Openings (up to) : 3 - Temporary Full-time Union : CSU 52 Department : Public Services Department (Edmonton Public Library) Work Location(s) : Stanley A. Milner Library, 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square Edmonton T5J 2V4