Children's Librarian: Inspire Early Literacy & Outreach

St Tammany Parish Library; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The St Tammany Parish Library in Slidell is seeking a Children’s Librarian to plan, develop, and conduct engaging library programs for children ages 0-12. Under the Youth Services Coordinator, you will provide reader's advisory, reference services, and promote library resources while maintaining a welcoming children's area.

You will collaborate with children's and teen staff, lead outreach to daycares and schools, train staff, and assist with collection development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in library and information science (ALA-accredited).
• Public library experience or management experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct children’s programs (0–12).
• Provide reader's advisory and reference services.
• Develop outreach with daycare centers, preschools, schools, and community groups.
• Supervise in the absence of branch/Youth Services leadership.
• Train staff in library procedures.
• Assist Youth Collection Development Librarian with collection development.

Skills

Library materials knowledge

Child development knowledge

Program planning

Communication skills

Craft activities

Creativity

Professional demeanor

Computer proficiency

Independent judgement

Library rules

Education

MLS (ALA-accredited)

Tools

Integrated library system

Job description

The St Tammany Parish Library in Slidell is seeking a Children’s Librarian to plan, develop, and conduct engaging library programs for children ages 0-12. Under the Youth Services Coordinator, you will provide reader's advisory, reference services, and promote library resources while maintaining a welcoming children's area.

You will collaborate with children's and teen staff, lead outreach to daycares and schools, train staff, and assist with collection development.