Library Aide II: Children’s Services Assistant and Programmer

Library Aide II: Children’s Services Assistant and Programmer - Canton Public Library. The Town of Canton is seeking an enthusiastic, organized, self-motivated, creative individual for the position of Library Aide II on the Children’s Services team. The successful candidate will plan, promote, and conduct children’s story times and programs; provide reference and readers’ advisory; assist with collection development and organization; create displays; provide technology assistance; and oversee volunteers. The position is 17 hours per week, including evening and weekend hours. Additional sub hours are possible. Pay: $15.27 per hour (no benefits). Minimum requirements are a high school diploma and a minimum of two (2) years’ public library or child care/education experience, or any equivalent combination of education and skills. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, extensive experience working with children and the public, be an avid reader of materials for children and/or youth, be skillful with technology, and have a passion to serve the community. MLS students are encouraged to apply. Applications and general classification job description can be obtained at the Canton Public Library or online at www.townofcantonct.org. Send a resume, a meaningful cover letter, and completed Town of Canton application to: Robert Simon, Library Director, Canton Public Library, 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton, CT 06019. Deadline: Friday, September 28, 2012. EOE.