Read Aloud Librarian: Build Early Literacy & Community

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Lincoln City Libraries is seeking staff with experience working with children ages 0-8 and their families to share the joy of reading with our diverse Lincoln community. This part-time role is headquartered at Bennett Martin Public Library and requires 20 hours per week, with daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.

The position focuses on building community connections to promote reading aloud, engaging service groups, educators, and policy makers, and creating curated booklists.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Two years of library or customer service experience, or an equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain community connections to promote reading aloud to children and families.
• Create curated booklists to fit themes, events, and community needs; promote early literacy skills.

Education

MLS (ALA-accredited)

Job description

Lincoln City Libraries is seeking staff with experience working with children ages 0-8 and their families to share the joy of reading with our diverse Lincoln community. This part-time role is headquartered at Bennett Martin Public Library and requires 20 hours per week, with daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.

The position focuses on building community connections to promote reading aloud, engaging service groups, educators, and policy makers, and creating curated booklists.