Also called: Storytime Presenter, Youth Services Associate
Runs storytimes and kids' programs and helps families find books at a public library.
A children's associate might lead a toddler storytime with puppets and songs, set up a LEGO club after school, and help a fourth grader find every book about sharks.
Estimate based on BLS library technicians.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Associate's degree (2-year), about 2 years after high school. High school diploma or associate degree; many libraries train on the job.
Ways in: 2-year college, On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Early Childhood Education, Library Technology.
Shrinking (about -1% over 10 years). Tracks library technician growth.
Low risk for 10 years. AI may help pick books, but toddler story times and LEGO clubs need a lively, caring human.
Classes: Child development CTE class, Theater or music, AP English Literature.
Official data: O*NET occupation 25-4031.
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