This practice Children’s Librarian job interview is from an actual civil service interview. 

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Job Description

A Children’s Librarian provides reference and reading guidance to children and other library visitors; assists in development and maintenance of the children’s collection; writes book reviews; establishes and maintains working relationships with schools; develops and implements programs; may also assist in other library collections as needed.

Practice Children’s Librarian Job Interview

• How does your education and experience qualify you for the position of Children’s Librarian?
  

• Why did you choose a career as a Librarian?

• Tell us about your training in working with children.
  

• What steps would you take in developing a summer reading program for elementary school children?

• What programs or activities have you developed to encourage children to read?

• As the Children’s Librarian, how would you go about strengthening our library’s relationship with local schools?

• How would you handle a disruptive child during a story session?

• An irate parent comes to your desk complaining that her child’s jacket was stolen while the child visited the library with her class. What will you do?

• What training or education have you undertaken to increase your contribution as a Children’s Librarian?

• Do you have anything to add?