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Children's Librarian - Bilingual, Fox River Valley Public Library IL

  • 1.  Children's Librarian - Bilingual, Fox River Valley Public Library IL

    Posted Jun 17, 2016 09:19 AM

    Dear Spectrum Scholars,
    The Fox River Valley Public Library is looking for candidates with a passion for working with children and their caregivers to work as the Bilingual Children's Librarian.  


    Children's Librarian - Bilingual
    Apply at http://www.frvpld.info/about-us/job-openings 
    Full Time
    Hours: 40 hours/week
    Salary: $20.02 per hour
    Position Description
    Do you have a passion for working with children (ages 0 to 12) and their caregivers? Can you shout and hop with iSalta, Ranita, Salta!? Do you know the correct order of the Harry Potter books by heart?
    If you answered an enthusiastic “Yes!” to all these questions and meet the qualifications below, this job is especially built for you! Apply now, and we’ll see you at the interview!


    We are looking for candidates with a passion for working with children and their caregivers. The successful applicant will be:
    • acquainted with resources for children’s literature for the purposes of selection
    • imaginative and energetic
    • familiar with homework support resources and children’s literature
    • able to plan and deliver engaging programs that support both childhood development and foster a love of reading
    • comfortable with the technologies necessary to help patrons navigate the library environment in person, by phone and online
    • bilingual Spanish / English


    Our Children’s Department staff members work in a team environment, sharing the duties required to provide full information services to young patrons of all ages.


    Educational requirement: MLS from an ALA accredited school
    Positions will be open until filled.


    To apply, send resume, cover letter, and completed application (http://www.frvpld.info/sites/default/files/FRVPLD%20Employment%20Application.pdf) via email to HR@frvpld.info(link sends e-mail). No phone calls please. All application documents must be submitted electronically. Application submitted in person or via US mail will not be considered.