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Town of Vernon

Substitute Library Assistant

CT

$16.94/hr

Substitute Library Assistant Hourly Wage: $16.94 General Statement of Duties : A position performing customer service in all circulation related tasks, ranging from simple clerical tasks to providing ...

Town of Vernon

Substitute Library Assistant

Vernon, CT · On-site

$16.94/hr

Substitute Library Assistant Hourly Wage: $16.94 General Statement of Duties : A position performing customer service in all circulation related tasks, ranging from simple clerical tasks to providing ...

Littletongov

$19.25 - $21.25/hr

The Bemis Library Adult Services Division has several openings for a Library Assistant Substitute to work variable hours including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. This position serves as part of a ...

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How much do substitute librarian jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for substitute librarian in the United States is $16.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Substitute Librarian job?

A Substitute Librarian fills in for regular library staff on an as-needed basis, ensuring continuity of library services. They assist patrons, manage circulation tasks, provide reference support, and maintain an organized library environment. Responsibilities may vary depending on the library's needs, but flexibility and strong customer service skills are essential.

What is a substitute librarian?

A substitute librarian is a temporary staff member who fills in for regular librarians when they are absent or unavailable. They perform tasks such as assisting patrons, managing library resources, and maintaining the library environment, often with minimal training and sometimes requiring a substitute certification or experience in library services.

Is AI replacing librarians?

AI is not replacing substitute librarians, but it can assist with tasks such as cataloging, information retrieval, and managing digital resources. Librarians still play a vital role in providing personalized assistance, curating collections, and supporting community engagement, which require human judgment and expertise.

What jobs pay $400 an hour?

Substitute librarians typically do not earn $400 an hour; such high rates are rare in this field. Jobs that can pay $400 an hour include specialized consulting, high-level legal or medical professionals, and certain executive or freelance roles requiring advanced skills and experience. These positions often involve significant expertise, certifications, or a strong reputation in their industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Substitute Librarian position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Substitute Librarian, you should have knowledge of library organization, cataloging, and circulation procedures, often supported by a degree in library science or relevant work experience. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), library databases, and digital cataloging tools is valuable. Strong soft skills such as adaptability, communication, and customer service enhance your ability to support patrons and collaborate with library staff. These competencies are crucial for maintaining smooth library operations and ensuring a positive experience for visitors when filling in for permanent staff.

What are some typical challenges Substitute Librarians may face on the job?

Substitute Librarians often encounter the challenge of quickly adapting to different library settings, procedures, and software systems, as each library may have unique workflows and community needs. They may also need to assist patrons with a wide range of requests, from research help to troubleshooting technology, often with limited prior exposure to the specific collection or environment. Building rapport with both library staff and patrons in a short timeframe requires strong interpersonal skills. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to develop versatility and resilience, which can be valuable for long-term career growth in the library field.

What other jobs can librarians get?

Librarians can transition into roles such as library directors, archivists, information specialists, or research coordinators, often leveraging skills in organization, research, and information management. They may also work in education, publishing, or information technology, sometimes requiring additional certifications or training. These roles typically involve similar skills in research, communication, and technology use as those used in librarianship.
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Bentonville School District Substitute Teacher

Bentonville School District Substitute Teacher

Kelly Services

Bentonville, AR

$49.25/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

We are hiring substitutes in Bentonville Schools. No previous experience is required!
Remember that educator who made a difference in your life? Now it’s your turn! Substituting is an excellent opportunity to be a mentor and help students become the best versions of themselves. Substitutes are essential in ensuring students continue to learn and grow every day.
Substitute teachers may also be referred to as substitute educator, guest teacher, or relief teacher. Substitute aides may also be referred to as paraprofessionals, education technicians, teacher’s aide, instructional assistant, classroom assistant or education assistant.
Substituting is rewarding. We would love for you to join our team.
Minimum requirements:
• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Arkansas Division of Elementary & Secondary Education background clearance (out-of-pocket, non-refundable expense of $49.25)
Substitute Pay Rates:
• Teacher, including Early Childhood Education and Special Education: $105 - $190 per day
• Librarian: $14 - $18 per hour
• Paraprofessional, including Early Childhood Education and Special Education: $14 - $18 per hour
• Clerical: $14 - $18 per hour
Responsibilities and Job Description(s):
• Assume duties of the district employee in accordance with school district lesson plans, school rules, and Kelly policies
• Empower students to learn, and encourage classroom participation
• For long-term teacher assignments, it may be required to develop lessons plans, as well as build, administer, and grade tests and assignments
• For more details, view the full job description:
   - Substitute Teacher
   - Substitute Special Education Teacher
   - Substitute Early Childhood (ECE) Teacher
   - Substitute Paraprofessional
   - Substitute Librarian/Media Specialist
   - Substitute Clerical/Administrative Support
Perks you’ll enjoy with Kelly Education:
• Free online classroom management training to help you become a capable, confident classroom leader
• Free ongoing professional development to keep your skills sharp
• Paid orientation on district policies and procedures
• Weekly pay
• Kelly benefits
• Ability to build a work schedule that works for you
• Ability to select your preferred school locations
Next steps:
Apply Now! We will reach out shortly with your next steps.
About Kelly®
At Kelly, we’re always thinking about what’s next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we’re a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live (plus, did we mention we provide a ton of benefits?). Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.
Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Education?

Looking for meaningful work that enriches the lives of students? At Kelly Education, we connect passionate people with great jobs in schools all across the country. Whether you’re looking to work a few days a week or every day, want to work in a teaching or non-teaching role-we’ll connect you with flexible work you can feel good about. Even if you’re new to the education field, our thorough training and orientation will prepare you to be successful.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

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