Simpson Library is hiring a Children's Programmer to plan and implement educational programs for school age children.

This part-time position works a minimum of 26 - 28 hours/week during day, evening, and weekend hours. Schedule subject to change as deemed necessary to meet library operating requirements.

$16/hour depending on experience.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education required.

Essential Duties and Functions:
1. Plans, organizes and schedules a variety of educational programs for children and parents aligned with the key learning areas in the Pennsylvania Learning Standards for Early Childhood.
2. Incorporates technology into programs where appropriate.
3. Develops assessment tools to measure program outcomes and regularly conducts program evaluations.
4. Performs public services for children and their families including instruction in the use of the computerized catalog and internet, and location of materials, reference assistance, referral, and reader's advisory services.
5. Must be physically capable of handling books, magazines, cassettes and other materials; of placing materials on carts; pushing carts; shelving and retrieving materials on both high and low shelves.
6. Attends continuing education programs and staff meetings.
7. Is available to speak to groups about the value and services of libraries.
8. Monitors the behavior and conduct of library patrons.
9. Interprets and enforces library policies.  
10. Visual acuity to use research tools in print and in computerized formats.

Children's Programmer Full Job Description (PDF, 2 pages, 201 KB)

How to Apply: To apply, submit resume and cover letter to Danette Swartley, Youth Services Coordinator, Joseph T. Simpson Public Library 16 N. Walnut St., Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 or email resume and cover letter to Danette at dswartley@cumberlandcountylibraries.org or fill out and submit job application.

Simpson Library Employment Application (PDF, 4 pages, 164KB)