Northeast Ohio Regional Library System

Children's Outreach Associate - Twinsburg Public Library

Classified Ad Title:
Children's Outreach Associate - Twinsburg Public Library

Post Date
9/13/2022

Expiration Date
12/12/2022

Details:
Job Category: Part Time, Non-exempt
Department: Youth Services
Salary: $15.50/hour
Submit Application: Email: resume@twinsburglibrary.org
Fax: (330) 425-3622
Mail: Twinsburg Public Library
Attn: Laura Leonard
10050 Ravenna Road
Twinsburg, OH 44087


ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct weekly story times with Outreach Coordinator on designated days via bookmobile or own vehicle.
• Outreach to schools and daycares.
• Additional stops as outreach services increase.
• Plan story times and lap sits that incorporate pre and early literacy skills and methods.
• Promote books, reading, and libraries.
• Basic circulation duties.
• Support main library staff when possible.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of and education in one of more of the following: Education; Reading; Literacy; or Early Childhood Development.
• Two or more years of experience working with pre-school or early school-age children in public libraries, schools, or daycares. Valid driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Use of various story time techniques including books, flannel board stories, music, instruments, rhythm sticks etc.
• Knowledge of current pre-reading skills and developmental skills to help children prepare for kindergarten and school district reading programs.
• Familiarity with library programs and offerings.
• Experience and comfort working with all ages, especially children 0-10.
• Experience and comfort working with parents and caregivers of children.
• Strong and proven customer service skills.
• Ability to function as part of a team.
• Self-management in accomplishing goals and problem solving.
• Generation and development of ideas.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with children’s literature.
• Knowledge of stages of growth and development of children.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of library practices regarding confidentiality, privacy, and equal access.

CONDITIONS AT WORK

• Physical activity includes, but is not limited to, periods of standing, mobility, stretching, bending, and stooping, kneeling, reaching up to six feet (with or without a step stool), lifting up to 30 pounds, and pushing/pulling a loaded shelving cart weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures and humidity.
• Use of own vehicle when traveling to daycares if bookmobile is not being used.



Website:
https://www.twinsburglibrary.org/jobs