Children’s Librarian Assistant, Framingham Public Library, Framingham MA
Posted May 13, 2014
POSITION: Internship, Title: Children’s Librarian Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Library
STIPEND: $500 for summer
HOURS: Part-time; 10-12 hours per week
DURATION: June 2014 -August 2014
Organizational Scope:
Works under the Direction of Supervisor of Children’s Services.
Major Responsibilities:
Intern to help with preparing for and assisting with summer reading programs for elementary school-aged children. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Gathering( relabeling as necessary) and setting up summer displays of summer reading list books.
- Brainstorming thematic program ideas for visiting camps.
- Preparing and collating registration materials for the summer reading program.
- Preparing programming materials for visiting camps.
- Assisting with visiting camp programs.
- Assisting with craft and story-time programs.
- Monitoring on-line summer reading program (registrations, book reviews and prize eligibility).
Job Qualifications:
The ideal candidate is enrolled in a graduate level library science or education program and can demonstrate a working knowledge of children’s literature. Has experience with and enjoys working with preschool and/or elementary age children. Proficiency in Microsoft Word. Must be CORIed before working with children.
Knowledge, Ability & Physical Requirements:
Employee must be capable of operating miscellaneous tools and office equipment relative to this position which shall include, but may not be limited to: computers, copiers, fax machines and calculators. Time spent standing, walking, and sitting. Lifting, pushing/pulling, or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds with occasionally a maximum of 30 pounds. Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending, and squatting. Repetitive movements of the hands.
Interested candidates should apply to: Human Resources Department
150 Concord Street, Room B-7
Framingham, MA 01702
via fax: (508) 532-5497
(or) e-mail: [email protected]
Accepting applications received on or before June 2, 2014.