
Librarian, Children and Teen Services
Are you passionate about fostering a love of reading and learning in young minds? Do you enjoy working with children and teens, and creating engaging and educational programs for them? The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Librarian for our Children and Teen Services department. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in our community by providing valuable library services to our younger patrons. We are looking for someone with a strong commitment to promoting literacy and a passion for connecting with and inspiring young readers. If you possess the necessary qualifications and share our love for youth services, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.
- Develop and implement engaging and educational programs for children and teens that promote literacy and foster a love of reading and learning.
- Create and maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment for children and teens in the library.
- Provide reference and reader's advisory services to young patrons.
- Collaborate with schools and community organizations to promote library services and programs to children and teens.
- Stay up-to-date with current trends and resources in children and teen literature and incorporate them into library programming.
- Assist with collection development and maintenance of children and teen materials.
- Plan and facilitate library outreach events and activities for children and teens.
- Work with parents and caregivers to support their child's literacy and educational needs.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with young patrons and their families.
- Provide excellent customer service to all library patrons, including assisting with technology and computer use.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in the field of youth services.
- Collaborate with other library staff to ensure cohesive and effective services for children and teens.
- Maintain accurate records and statistics related to children and teen services.
- Act as a positive role model for children and teens, promoting a love of learning and respect for the library.
- Adhere to all library policies and procedures, including those related to safety and security.
Master's Degree In Library And Information Science With A Focus On Children And/Or Teen Services.
Experience Working With Children And Teens In A Library Or Educational Setting.
Knowledge Of Children's And Young Adult Literature, As Well As Current Trends And Best Practices In Library Services For This Age Group.
Strong Communication And Interpersonal Skills To Effectively Interact With Children, Teens, And Their Caregivers.
Familiarity With Library Technologies And Digital Resources Used In Children And Teen Services, Such As Online Databases, E-Books, And Educational Apps.
Programming
Social Media
Event Planning
customer service
Collaboration
Digital literacy
storytelling
Youth Engagement
Outreach
Collection Management
Reference Assistance
Reader's Advisory
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Time management
creativity
Organization
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Librarian, Children and Teen Services in Sunnyvale, CA, USA is $67,000-$78,000 per year. This can vary depending on the specific job responsibilities, experience level, and the size and location of the library.
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Sunnyvale is a city located in Santa Clara County, California. Sunnyvale is the seventh most populous city in the San Francisco Bay Area and one of the major cities comprising Silicon Valley.

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