The Ames Public Library has an exciting opportunity for presenters for the Project Smyles program! This position typically works around 5 - 15 hours per week at events that take place mid morning or early afternoon and occasional Saturday mornings. Evening events may be scheduled with advanced notice. Under direction of the Youth Services Manager, provides programs to children, their teachers/caregivers, and parents, in daycare settings (in-home and centers) and preschools in the Ames Public Library’s service area (Ames and rural Story County). For more information about the Project Smyles program please visit: Applications submitted for this position by the application deadline may be considered for other openings within this classification; for up to 12 months. This position is an ongoing, part-time, less than 20 hours per week position that is not benefit or paid leave eligible. In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must submit an online application by the deadline listed on this posting. The application must include complete responses to the supplemental questions. A submission of a resume in lieu of work history on the application or answering the supplemental questions is not sufficient. Examples of Essential Job Functions Present prepared quality programs for preschools, day care centers and/or in-home for profit daycares for ages infant, toddler and preschool; Promote Early Literacy Skills and practices; Provide age-appropriate Bookmobile or on-site Library tour; Attend Project Smyles team meetings as offered; Attend training and continuing education sessions when instructed; Participate in the development of standards of excellence for the Project Smyles team; Demonstrate a professional presence and the ability to represent the Library and conduct business in a professional manner; Complete and return appropriate paperwork needed for each site; Adhere to Library safety guidelines; Report replacement needs of Library presentation materials; Operate a variety of standard office and Library machines; Work cooperatively with other workgroups and staff members; Assist assigned volunteers; Plan work according to established procedures; Perform other duties as assigned. Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respect and dignity for one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment. Qualifications Education and Experience:High school diploma, Hi. Set, or G.E.D. required. Preferred: Library experience. Teaching experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of early literacy skills and practices; differentiation of library collections and formats; library policies, practices and procedures; computer applications; standard office and library machines. Skill in: presentation; classroom management; customer service; written and oral communication; creative problem solving; critical thinking and decision-making. Ability to work independently and as part of a team; work with a sense of urgency, tact and sense of humor; work accurately with attention to detail; adapt to change; assess and prioritize multiple tasks; communicate effectively with other library staff and daycare providers, volunteers and customers; understand and follow verbal and written instructions; successfully operate a computer and software to perform library tasks; use email and web browsers; handle challenging situations and people; demonstrate professionalism and positive attitude; be trained in various technological advances in the library profession; tolerate ambiguity. Must be able to independently transport self and materials to offsite event locations on a regular basis.