Description:
Job Qualifications/Requirements (please review job description for qualifications and duties of the position):
- A minimum of 48 hours of college credits. Include transcripts showing completion of or enrollment in a three (3) credit college level children's literature course, which explores a variety of literature, with an emphasis on selecting, interpreting, and using quality literature with children from preschool to grade 8.
- A minimum of one (1) year of public, academic, or school library work experience, to include experience working with online library catalogs and classification systems.
- Demonstrate general clerical skills, including typing speed of 35 wpm minimum.
- Must possess good organizational skills.
- Must have a basic knowledge of computer operations, including database management; knowledge of various online resources and appropriate use.
- Must be comfortable working with elementary age children and be aware of their developmental stages.
- Ability to maintain an inviting and engaging child friendly atmosphere.
- Ability to promote literature and assist students in connecting with age appropriate books of interest in order to encourage their reading.
- Ability to help children learn computer searching skills, as well as traditional reference resources.
- Must have the ability to work independently, coping with continual interruptions, shifting job priorities, and stressful conditions.
- Ability to coordinate activities of volunteers, and elementary student helpers.
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.