Part-Time Early Literacy Outreach Specialist

Mid--continent-Public-Librar; Edgerton (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Mid-Continent Public Library is seeking a Half-Time Early Literacy Associate to support Edgerton and outreach sites. You will greet customers, assist families with library services, and create engaging early literacy programs for birth through age five.

Responsibilities include storytimes, displays, partnerships with schools and daycares, and documenting activities. This part‑time role requires flexibility across mornings, afternoons, and some Saturdays within branch hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Provides customer service in person and by phone.
• Guides customers in using library resources and services.
• Demonstrates technology and digital services.
• Assists with library cards and payments.
• Delivers materials curbside on request.
• Offers library service to early learners through storytimes and programs.
• Develops displays and coordinates outreach with schools and daycares.
• Maintains records of programs and branch activity.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma/HiSet/GED

Job description

Mid-Continent Public Library is seeking a Half-Time Early Literacy Associate to support Edgerton and outreach sites. You will greet customers, assist families with library services, and create engaging early literacy programs for birth through age five.

Responsibilities include storytimes, displays, partnerships with schools and daycares, and documenting activities. This part‑time role requires flexibility across mornings, afternoons, and some Saturdays within branch hours.