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Nov. 11th, 2009 @ 10:29 am
[info]topolinaxx, posting in [info]library_grrls
 Alright, I'm applying to an MLS program soon and am trying to explore a couple different career paths.

I'm looking for experiences, typical days, if the job is actually in demand, etc. with the following:

Public (any of the following:)
*YA/Childrens
*Adult Services/ Reference



Academic
*Archives



School Media:
*K-12



Any help would be appreciated!

As for some info on me, I'm 22, my favorite genre is YA lit., I don't particularly like children but am devoted to getting more kids reading and not made fun of, and I'm interested in archives because of the solitude, and I enjoy what little I know of preservation (I make phase boxes often at my current job for rare/decaying books), buuut I'm terrible at Access and databases. Like, terrible. I'm not actually that good at computer stuff. :/

Nov. 11th, 2009 @ 09:58 am
[info]topolinaxx, posting in [info]librarians
 Alright, I'm applying to an MLS program soon and am trying to explore a couple different career paths.

I'm looking for experiences, typical days, if the job is actually in demand, etc. with the following:

Public (any of the following:)
*YA/Childrens
*Adult Services/ Reference



Academic
*Archives



School Media:
*K-12



Any help would be appreciated!

As for some info on me, I'm 22, my favorite genre is YA lit., I don't particularly like children but am devoted to getting more kids reading and not made fun of, and I'm interested in archives because of the solitude, and I enjoy what little I know of preservation (I make phase boxes often at my current job for rare/decaying books), buuut I'm terrible at Access and databases. Like, terrible. I'm not actually that good at computer stuff. :/

Request to record our Story Time Nov. 9th, 2009 @ 11:22 pm
[info]gedeadworry, posting in [info]library_grrls
 Has anyone else had strangers from other cities call and ask if they can tape your library's story time for an audio recording? I am just uncomfortable allowing strangers to record our story teller and the kids who are attending and not be able to tell me exactly for  what they will use this said recording. Has anyone else had this type of request? If so did you try to notify your regular story time groups ahead of time? Was it very distracting to the kids? Thanks!

Looking for blogs for non-english book recommendations Nov. 9th, 2009 @ 05:13 pm
[info]rosaleendhu, posting in [info]library_grrls
 Hello! This question is prompted by a class assignmint, but I'm hoping that any answers I get will be useful to many people.

Is anyone aware of any blogs or websites that recommend books in languages other than English? I'm especially interested in sites that recommend fiction, but anything will do. I don't have any particular user group in mind in terms of age or reading ability.

I don't have an interest in any particular language as a result of my assignment, although I'd certainly prefer sites that are in English or are bilingual so that I can understand what I'm looking at. If you do have a good source that's not in English, please describe the contents a little bit. Even if I can't use it, someone else might!

Thanks in advance!
Current Mood: thoughtful

Working in a library. Nov. 9th, 2009 @ 06:08 pm
[info]footprints_45, posting in [info]library_grrls
 Hi!

I am very interested in becoming a library technician. I don't want to work in a public library,however,I want to work in an academic or research library.

What would I need to do to persue this career? I might would eventually like to become a librarian,but that would be many years down the road.

I have no college. I was thinking about volunteering to get some "hands on experience". Would this be enough to prepare me or would they prefer someone that already has a degree (at least a bachelors).

What could I do to make myself stand out when applying for this type of position? Thank you in advance.

Not another student looking for advice! gah!! Nov. 6th, 2009 @ 09:20 am
[info]mysteena, posting in [info]library_grrls
 I thought I'd jump on the bandwagon (book mobile?) and ask for advice regarding my last elective. Next quarter is my last and I have only one elective left. My MLS focus has shifted a couple of times during my time in school, and it is evident by the classes I've taken. However, I'll be graduating with a focus on Youth Services and I'm very excited about working in this field. I'd like my last elective to be relevant to this focus.

( Here are the courses I've taken so far )

and ( Here are some of the courses offered next quarter )

Thanks for sharing your insight with me!!

Returning MLS student Nov. 5th, 2009 @ 02:33 pm
[info]mysteriesrme, posting in [info]library_grrls
 Hi!

I need some help.  I got my MLS in 1998 but have not worked in libraries since graduation.  I did, however, work a lot in libraries prior to getting my MLS but I do not think my experience qualifies me for any job since the experience is so outdated.

I really want to pursue children's librarianship.  I am planning on taking some online courses to get me up to speed in children's services.  I think I should also take some reference/database searching courses.

All the library professional websites say that if you don't have experience, then volunteer.  I have signed up at the big library in town as a storytime assistant.  I am also reading to children at the Head Start school near by my home.  And I am volunteering at a hospital in their medical library.  The last volunteer job I know is not really related to children's services but I thought I might pick up some needed skills and experience. 

I would appreciate any advice about my ideas on making me more marketable.  Also if you have any recommendations for online classes.  I am considering U of Pitt for SPring 2010.

Thanks!
Current Location: United States, Washington, Redmond
Current Mood: anxious

working with boss at the reference desk Nov. 4th, 2009 @ 09:48 pm
[info]xdamethyst, posting in [info]library_grrls
 Hey girls,

I have a silly question about working with your boss at the reference desk. Do you always talk with your boss when things are going slow? If so, what kind of topic do you talk about? I am not good at making friends or talking, but feel awkward if keeping silence all the time.

Also, how do you know how your boss thinks about your work? If your boss doesn't give you an assessment, do you think it's good to ask directly?

Many thanks!

Becoming a library technician. Nov. 3rd, 2009 @ 09:01 pm
[info]booklover_37, posting in [info]library_grrls
 I emailed the Library of Congress about speaking to a current librarian or someone that could give me advice about being employed there.

Now that I am seeing exactly how educated most of the librarians are,I am starting to understand how much more school I still have to go. Especially with my age (just turned 37)and the fact that I have to work enough to pay rent,ect;it would be perfect if I could start at a lower level job.

I would love to try to work as a library technician as I continue my education (especially the masters degrees). You have all been so helpful with information. Does anyone have any thoughts on getting a job as a library technician at the LOC?

I live in the DC area. Since I want to eventually work there as a librarian,I think it would be extremely beneficial if I could start at a lower level job and be able to network and really have hands on experience of how they do things. TIA

2cnd masters degree Nov. 3rd, 2009 @ 02:21 pm
[info]booklover_37, posting in [info]library_grrls
 Thank you all for your earlier responses.

If I were to get a second masters does it matter where it is from or only that it is from an accredited school? I would love to eventually work at the Library of Congress,if that makes a difference.


Also,same question for undergrad. I am currently at a community college working on my gen ed requirements and then will transfer to a 4 year university. I would probably not be going to an "ivy". I have a 4.0 right now,but they are just way to expensive for me.

For example: I could complete my degrees on-line (both undergrad and grad,history major) through a regionally accredited school. It is regionally accredited,however it is an on-line only school.

This isn't about being lazy or trying to find the easy way out. I just know that with on-line when I can take my classes at 3 in the morning if need be;that would free up my schedule for volunteering in a library,ect.

Does it matter where your degrees are from or just that you have them? Especially,if I were to have other things. For example language skills,tech skills. I would love to work in any library,but my ultimate goal is to work at the LOC.

Thank you in advance for your responses.

Hi! I'm new to the forum and could use some advice please. Nov. 2nd, 2009 @ 07:02 pm
[info]booklover_37, posting in [info]library_grrls
 Does it matter what your undergrad degree is in when applying to grad school? And later when applying for jobs?

I have found an on-line bachelor degree for library science through the University of Maine. Their grads have been accepted into master library science programs at Syracuse,FSU,SJSU,Drexel,Clarion and more. You must complete an internship (min 120 hours)as part of the degree.

I am really leaning toward this because I can compelete on-line as I am volunteering to get some hands on experience and then of course have the internship.

I eventually want to work at the Library of Congress as a librarian. However,I would love to there as a library technician as I am completing my masters. I will have to do an on-line masters as there are no schools in my state (Va).
Do you think that having this bachelors and "work experience" (through volunteering) will be enough to get a job as a library technician,especially at the LOC?

Also,does it really matter where you get your masters as long as it is ALA approved? Sorry this got a little long. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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