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As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for teen librarian in the United States is $65,193.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Teen Librarians often face challenges such as building rapport with diverse groups of teens, staying current with rapidly changing interests, and encouraging library participation. Addressing these challenges typically involves creating welcoming, inclusive spaces, offering programs that reflect teens’ evolving interests, and actively seeking their input through advisory boards or surveys. Collaboration with local schools and youth organizations can also help Teen Librarians stay connected and relevant within the community.

What does a teen librarian do?

“Teen librarian” refers to more than one job position. It may refer to a teenager who volunteers or works at a library, whether in the young adult or teen departments or other departments. It also refers to librarians who work in the teen or young adult sections, whose duties are similar to other librarians. As a teen librarian, you provide reference help to patrons, enter new acquisitions into the library’s catalog, and order books for your department. Other responsibilities involve developing special youth programs, such as tutoring services, afterschool patron research help, or a reading series.

What does a teen librarian do?

A Teen Librarian specializes in serving the needs and interests of teenagers in a library setting. They develop and maintain collections of books and media geared toward teens, plan and host events or programs such as book clubs or homework help, and provide guidance on research or reading selections. Teen Librarians also foster a welcoming environment, support teen literacy, and often collaborate with schools or community organizations to engage young adults.
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Infographic showing various Teen Librarian job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,193 per year, or $31.3 per hour.

Teen Librarian

Warren-Trumbull County Public Library

Warren, OH • On-site

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Salary: $22.12 hourly starting

Join Our Team!

The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, service-oriented Teen Librarian to join our team full-time! This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about connecting teens with books, technology, and lifelong learning opportunities. If you love working with young people and want to help shape a welcoming, engaging space just for them, we'd love to hear from you.


What You'll Do

  • Provide reference, reader's advisory, and research assistance to teens in person, by phone, and online
  • Plan, promote, and lead engaging programs and events for teens, such as book clubs, gaming nights, and creative workshops
  • Help select, evaluate, and maintain the teen collection to ensure it reflects teen interests and current trends
  • Build partnerships with local schools and youth-serving organizations to promote library services to teens and families
  • Help design and evaluate new services and programs that support teen literacy and engagement
  • Instruct teens in the use of library resources, technology, databases, and digital tools
  • Create displays, booklists, and promotional materials to highlight teen collections and programs
  • Participate in outreach efforts, including school visits and community events for teens
  • Stay current on trends in YA literature, teen culture, and best practices in teen services


Qualifications and Requirements

  • Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program
  • Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to connect with and engage teen patrons in a welcoming, inclusive way
  • Proficiency with library technology, integrated library systems, databases, and standard office software
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed
  • Experience planning and delivering teen programming and outreach
  • Knowledge of current trends in YA literature and teen services
  • Valid driver's license


Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary:Starting at $22.12 per hour
  • Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS):
    • 10% employee contribution
    • 14% employer contribution
  • Health insurance with employer HSA contribution
  • Life insurance
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Continuing education opportunities


How to Apply

For full consideration, applicants must submit the following through the Librarys careers website:
https://wtcpl.bamboohr.com/careers

  • Resume
  • Cover letter highlighting relevant experience
  • Full list of professional references

Position open until filled.