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Elementary School Outreach LibrarianMount Prospect Public Library • Mount Prospect, Illinois, USA
Elementary School Outreach Librarian

Elementary School Outreach Librarian

Mount Prospect Public Library • Mount Prospect, Illinois, USA
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MPPL - Mount Prospect IL

$52000.00 - $58000.00 Salary / year

Description

Can you booktalkany genrefor various grades without breaking a sweat Do you enjoy making connections with grade school children and their teachers Do you loveenteringa school like a rock star with everyone knowing your nameIf this sounds like your dream job then our Elementary School Outreach Librarian just might be the job for you!

As the Elementary School OutreachLibrarian you will :

  • make connections and develop relationshipswith public and privateschools in Mount Prospect that servekids ingrades 1-5.
  • createprograms and presentationsfor grade schoolers in Mount Prospect including book talks STEAMprogramsauthor studies research presentationsfield tripsetc.
  • develop and manage services like Teacher Cards and Book Bags with other members of the outreach team for elementary school teachers.
  • develop assigned collections to ensure that children and their families feel welcomed and valued.
  • coordinatea yearly author visit in collaborationwith in-house programmers.
  • provide reference and readersadvisory services at the public desk.

SCHEDULE : Full-time non-exempt. 37.5 hours per week.

Monday Tuesday and Thursday 9am to 5pm

Wednesday 1pm to 9pm

Friday 9am to 5pm; approximately once every 7 weeks 11am to 7pm

Participation in a weekend rotation approximately once every 4 weekends : Saturday 9am to 5pm& Sunday 11am to 5pm

BENEFITS : Medical dental and vision benefits are offered. Part of the total compensation package also includes paid time off benefits (paid holidays vacation time personal days and sick leave) participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension plan 457 retirement savings plan pet insurance and a commuter transit benefit.

PURPOSE

Under the direct supervision of the Department Head the Elementary School Outreach Librarian facilitates the development coordination implementation and assessment of outreach services to elementary schools within the community. This position builds relationships with the children (1

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grade) school librarians teachers and other school staff located within the elementary schools. The Elementary School Outreach Librarian also creates and evaluates content for programming collection development in addition to providing readers advisory and reference services on the public service desk.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES :

This position consists of the following essential duties :

  • Outreach Planning and Coordination (approx. 45%)
  • Public Service (approx. 30%)
  • Collection Development (approx. 15%)

    • Other non-essential duties include programming activity and other departmental administrative tasks.

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

    Outreach

  • Coordinates implements and presents outreach programming for children from first through fifth grade in a school setting.
  • Coordinates implements and presents outreach programming for teachers and other staff who work with grade school children in a school setting.
  • Collaborates with other outreach team members to develop new outreach programming / services for families with children.
  • Collaborates with other members of the outreach team on the Outreach Summer Reading Program and assists in directing the workload of temporary staff.
  • Facilitates the book bag service to elementary schools and selects materials to fill book bag requests as needed.
  • Coordinates and maintains the teacher card program with other members of the outreach team.
  • Generates newsletters brochures and bibliographies which promote services for local elementary schools.
  • Attends networking events meetings and other community events when assigned.
  • Prepares reports and compiles statistics relating to school outreach.
  • Monitors current trends in public libraries specifically focusing on outreach.
  • Works with library (marketing) staff to obtain appropriate resources and items for outreach activity.

    • Public Service

  • Assists patrons at the public desk in locating materials.
  • Applies MPPL-values-based customer service.
  • Provides reference and readers advisory services.
  • Serves as in-charge staff when assigned.
  • Fulfills and / or reviews book bags as requested by community members.
  • Assists in the use of equipment items in the public service area.

    • Collection Development

  • Performs collection development tasks related to selection maintenance and weeding of assigned youth collections.
  • Compiles bibliographic aids and prepares displays within the department.

    • Other

  • Coordinates implements and presents professional development opportunities and programming for those who provide elementary services.
  • Plans prepares and presents field trips for those students in first through fifth grade.
  • Plans and presents story times and programs in the department as needed.
  • Attends appropriate meetings workshops and seminars.
  • Serves on committees and community groups as assigned.
  • Supervises volunteers as assigned.
  • Serves as in-charge staff when assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.

    • Qualifications

    EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

    Masters degree in library science from an ALA accredited library school required (or equivalent education and / or work experience). Prior work experience with children and childrens programming and / or outreach desirable.

    KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & WORKING CONDITIONS

    Knowledge & Ability

  • Ability to access input and retrieve data from the computer
  • Knowledge of library policies and procedures
  • Knowledge in the use of the Integrated Library System
  • Knowledge of readers advisory and reference / service interview techniques
  • Knowledge of online search strategies
  • Knowledge of childrens books and materials
  • Knowledge of outreach trends for libraries
  • Knowledge and skill in the use of various computer applications and electronic devices
  • Ability to operate a two-way radio and telephone

    • Behavioral Skills

  • Communication . Able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with customers or clients; listen well.
  • Customer Focus . Able to demonstrate a high level of service delivery; do what is necessary to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction; deal with service failures and prioritize customer needs.
  • Flexibility. Able to remain open-minded and change opinions on the basis of new information; perform a wide variety of tasks and change focus quickly as demands change; manage transitions effectively from task to task; adapt to varying customer needs.
  • Initiative. Able to bring about great results from ordinary circumstances; prepare for problems or opportunities in advance; transform leads into productive business outcomes; undertake additional responsibilities and respond to situations as they arise without supervision.
  • Planning Prioritizing & Goal Setting. Able to prepare for emerging customer needs; manage multiple projects; determine project urgency in a meaningful and practical way; use goals to guide actions and create detailed action plans; organize and schedule people and tasks.
  • Relationship Management. Able to develop rapport with others and recognize their concerns and feelings; build and maintain long-term associations based on trust; help others.
  • Supporting Diversity Equity and Inclusion. Able to adapt behavior to others styles; interact effectively with people who have different values cultures or backgrounds; optimize the benefits of having a diverse inclusive and equitable workforce.

    • Working Conditions

  • Work is performed in a typical library environment.

    • Key Skills

    Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Computer Operation,EDI,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Teaching,Cordova,Writing Skills

    Employment Type : Unclear

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 52000 - 58000

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