[Michlib-l] Youth Librarian

[Kathleen Dimond]

*Manchester District Library*



Job title: *Youth Services Librarian*

Supervised by: Library Director

20 hours per week including evenings and weekends



$20.00 per hour

The Manchester District Library is seeking a part time Youth Services
Librarian to develop and lead programming that will engage youth patrons
from pre-school to graduation.  Our staff already has experience building a
storytime program, and we’re looking for someone who can help us lead and
grow our youth services offerings.



We are especially interested in developing innovative programming ideas
that can engage children and adolescents after they have grown out of the
story time period. Gaming, art, creative writing, science and school
mentorship are all areas we are interested in exploring and developing. Any
of these areas would be of interest to us alongside a strong commitment to
youth services librarianship in general.



*Job summary*

·         Ability to design age-appropriate programs based on childhood
development principles.

·         Help plan and facilitate storytimes, school visits, extended
reading programs such as summer reading, and special events

·         Presents and leads a variety of activities for youth of all ages

·         Knowledge of children’s literature, information resources, and
early literacy concepts.

·         Knowledge of computers, Internet, social media, and emerging
technologies.

·         Makes recommendations to patrons regarding age and interest
appropriate materials for children and young adults

·         Assists with collection development.  Suggests new and
replacement materials. Weeds collection as needed

·         Performs related work as required

·         Experience with integrated library systems and searching
electronic resources is required

·         The candidate should be able to kneel, use the stairs, and lift
35 lbs.

·         Enthusiastic, positive team player.

·         Strong desire to engage, nurture and mentor children and serve
their families and teachers.





*Summary of requirements:*

·         MLS from an ALA accredited program or close to completion

·         Library youth services or equivalent experience

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills





*Qualifications*

Summary of requirements:
MLS from an ALA accredited program or close to completion
Library youth services or equivalent experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills



*Location*

Manchester, Michigan United States



*Default email for resumes.*

*mdlhr912 at gmail.com <mdlhr912 at gmail.com>*

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Kathleen Dimond
Manchester District Library
912 City Street
Manchester, MI 48158
734.428.8045
kdimond at manchesterlibrary.info
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