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PT Monitor Mentor - Mt Healthy Branch

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

PT Monitor Mentor - Mt Healthy Branch The Monitor Mentor engages with youth and adults at the ... Supports and enforces the Library's customer policies and procedures, including the Standards of ...

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What is a mentor library?

Mentor Library professionals are individuals who provide guidance, support, and resources to library staff, students, or community members seeking to develop their skills or knowledge related to library services. They often share their expertise in areas such as information literacy, cataloging, research assistance, and technology use within library settings. Their role is to foster professional growth, encourage best practices, and help mentees navigate challenges in the library field. Mentor Library professionals may work in public, academic, or specialized libraries and often participate in formal or informal mentoring programs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a mentor library?

To thrive as a Library Mentor, you generally need a strong background in library science, information management, and experience with research methods, often supported by a degree in library or information studies. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), digital cataloging tools, and reference management software is typically required. Excellent interpersonal communication, patience, and teaching skills help you effectively guide and support library users. These abilities are crucial for fostering information literacy, ensuring efficient resource use, and creating a supportive learning environment.

How does a mentor library typically collaborate with students and faculty to support learning objectives?

A Mentor Librarian works closely with both students and faculty to facilitate access to information and develop research skills. They often partner with teachers to design lessons that integrate library resources and digital literacy, attend curriculum planning meetings, and provide tailored instruction to support specific classroom projects. Additionally, Mentor Librarians guide students one-on-one or in small groups, helping them navigate research databases, evaluate sources, and cite materials correctly. This collaborative approach ensures that the library remains a dynamic learning hub aligned with academic goals.

What is the difference between Mentor Library vs Tutor?

AspectMentor LibraryTutor
CredentialsOften no formal credentials required; expertise based on experienceTypically requires teaching credentials or subject-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentOnline platforms, community centers, or librariesOne-on-one or group sessions, often in educational settings or online
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by educational organizations, community programs, and online platformsEmployed by schools, tutoring centers, or private clients

While both Mentor Library and Tutor roles involve educational support, Mentor Library focuses on providing guidance and resources without formal teaching credentials, often in community or online settings. Tutors typically deliver structured lessons with specific subject expertise and credentials. Understanding these differences helps learners find the right support for their needs.

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PT Monitor Mentor - Mt Healthy Branch

Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

$21.53/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

PT MONITOR MENTOR - MT HEALTHY BRANCH
DATE POSTED:
08/11/2026
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Monitor Mentor engages with youth and adults at the branch locations to maintain an environment conducive to library use and enjoyment, emphasizing positive interactions.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Builds rapport and relationships with youth and adults in the branch to promote a safe environment and engagement with library resources.
  • Assists other staff in supporting positive youth engagement in the branch, including executing age-appropriate programming under the direction of a librarian.
  • Defuses and mediates confrontations, reduces tensions, and promotes peaceful library use through restorative practices.
  • Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with neighborhood stakeholders, including law enforcement, school resource departments, and community organizations, and shares information about youth behavior as appropriate with designated neighborhood partners.
  • Supports and enforces the Library's customer policies and procedures, including the Standards of Library Behavior. Alerts Public Safety staff and location leadership about concerning behavior.
  • Assists library customers with basic information regarding library rules, policies, organization, locations, services, and facilities.
  • Supports and advances the Library's mission of connecting people with the world of ideas and information.
  • Embraces and embodies the Library's core beliefs, strategic priorities and pillars of excellence.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion efforts of all colleagues and customers regardless of age, cultural background, ability, ethnicity, family status, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and veteran status.
  • Complies with Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library's workplace expectations, attendance and punctuality, drug-free workplace, harassment in the workplace, and other employment-related policies and procedures; and all other rules, guidelines, requirements, standards, and practices that are applicable to the position.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Skill in customer service.
  • Ability to interpret and enforce patron policies to promote a safe and welcoming customer environment.
  • Ability to work independently and with coworkers in a wide variety of situations with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to use all technology applicable to the essential functions of the job and commonly used by the Library.
  • Lifting objects less than 25 pounds and carrying them short distances [50 feet or less] is required. Pushing carts of library materials up to 150 pounds is required.
  • Working irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, is required.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Certifications or licensure: None.
  • Years of relevant experience: None. Experience in youth or adult education or social work is preferred.
  • Years of experience supervising: None.

HOURS:
15 hours per week after school
SALARY:
$21.53
DEADLINE:
Until filled
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