Childrens Programming Specialist

Hiring organization Employment Type Full-time Job Location 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA, 19087, United States Base Salary $25-$28 Per hour Date posted April 14, 2026 Position title

Children's Programming Specialist Description Location:

Tredyffrin Public Library, Strafford, PA and Paoli Public Library, Paoli, PA Schedule:

Full-time (includes evenings and occasional weekends) Reports to: Children's Librarian (Tredyffrin Library) Tredyffrin Public Library is seeking an energetic, creative, and community-minded Children's Programming Specialist to support our library's Children's Department. This position plays a key role in delivering high-quality, inclusive programs that promote early literacy, curiosity, and a love of reading for children and families of all backgrounds. The Children's Programming Specialist will work one day a week at the Paoli Public Library. Responsibilities Assist in planning, promoting, and facilitating children's programs such as Storytimes, STEM/STEAM activities, arts and crafts, and summer reading events for children in grades Kindergarten through 6th grade Support early literacy initiatives through interactive programming and caregiver engagement Coordinate teen volunteers; recruits, train, and schedule school year and summer volunteers Prepare materials, set up program spaces, and clean up after events Provide friendly, responsive customer service to children, caregivers, and general library patrons Contribute to outreach efforts with local schools, daycare centers, and community organizations Help create displays and promotional materials for youth programs and collections Maintain supplies, equipment, and program records Assist with general public service tasks, including helping patrons locate materials and use library resources Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required Experience working with children Library experience preferred Strong interpersonal communication skills, especially with diverse populations Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a busy public service environment Creativity, adaptability, and enthusiasm for working with children and families Basic computer and technology skills Must have be able to obtain PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, and PA State Police Clearance before date of hire Pass a pre-hire drug screen test Job Benefits This is a full-time, non-exempt, non-union position with an hourly range between $25 and $28 an hour based on experience

Benefits:

medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, life insurance, and professional development opportunities Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move actively during programs Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (program materials, books, equipment) Comfortably sitting on the floor and engaging at children's level Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move actively during programs Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (program materials, books, equipment) Comfortably sitting on the floor and engaging at children's level Contacts Please submit a resume and employment application to tred_hire@tredyffrin.org or mail to

Tredyffrin Township, Attn:

Human Resources, 1100 Duportail Road. Berwyn, PA 19312. Tredyffrin Township is an equal opportunity employer. Application open till position is filled.