Children's Library Assistant

7 days ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States City of Cambridge Massachusetts Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Youth Services Librarian at the City of Cambridge Massachusetts. As a key member of our library team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service to diverse patrons of all ages.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide outstanding customer service to patrons of all ages, responding to their information needs and providing guidance on library resources and services.
  • Develop and implement programs and services for children and young adults, including storytime, book clubs, and other activities that promote literacy and a love of reading.
  • Assist with collection development, including selecting and processing materials for the children's and young adult collections.
  • Collaborate with other library staff to develop and implement library programs and services that meet the needs of diverse communities.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in youth services librarianship.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field.
  • Experience working with children and young adults in a library or educational setting.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

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