Library Aide I, Children’s - The Town of Canton is seeking a creative, enthusiastic,
customer-service-oriented self-starter to join the staff of the Canton
Public Library as a part-time Library Aide I in our busy and dynamic
Children’s department. This is an excellent position for someone
looking for mentoring, training, and experience in the diverse duties
required for children’s library services professionals.
Responsibilities of the position include: planning and carrying out
children’s programming (particularly with children age 4 and under);
staffing the children’s desk; providing reference and readers’ advisory
services to children and families; creating signs, flyers, and displays;
processing library materials; assisting patrons with computers, copier,
library catalog, etc.; and other routine library and office tasks.
Qualified applicants must possess a high school diploma and have
experience working in a customer-facing environment, including
experience working directly with children. Bachelor’s degree and work
experience in a library or early childhood education environment
preferred. The successful candidate will enjoy and have experience
working with children, tweens, and families; be familiar and current
with children’s literature and library services; have excellent customer
service and communication skills; and be welcoming, courteous, and
friendly to patrons of all ages. Strong computer and technology skills
are essential. MLS candidates are encouraged to apply.
The position is approximately 15-17 hours per week, year-round.
The schedule will include some evening hours (until 8 p.m.) and at
least one Saturday per month in rotation. $17.20/hour.
To apply, send a completed Town of Canton employment application
and cover letter to: Robert Skinner, Chief Administrative Officer, Town
of Canton, PO Box 168, 4 Market Street, Collinsville, CT 06022.
Employment applications and a full job description are available at
Canton Town Hall, at the Canton Public Library, and online at www.townofcantonct.org. Applications must be received by 4:00pm on Wednesday, September 25. EOE.
