Most children's librarians work a 40-hour week, with hours scheduled depending on the operational time of the main library or school. Some librarians prefer to work part time. The work environment, whether at a library or school, is comfortable and pleasant. Libraries, especially those designated for children, are usually colorfully decorated with many workspaces and cozy reading nooks. Most libraries are open from early in the morning until evening, and keep weekend hours as well. Librarians who are employed in a school setting usually have the same work hours as teachers and receive time off during summer and spring breaks and teacher institute days. Library media specialists report directly to the principal of their school; those employed at a public library report to the library director.
- Acquisitions Librarians
- Archivists
- Book Conservators
- Child Care Service Owners
- Child Care Workers
- Child Life Specialists
- Corporate Librarians
- Database Specialists
- Elementary School Teachers
- Exhibit Designers
- Film and Video Librarians
- Guidance Counselors
- Information Brokers
- Law Librarians
- Librarians
- Library and Information Science Instructors
- Library Assistants
- Library Directors
- Library Media Specialists
- Library Technicians
- Medical Librarians
- Music Librarians
- Nannies
- Neonatal Nurses
- Pediatric Dentists
- Pediatricians
- Preschool Teachers
- School Nurses
- Special Education Teachers
- Teacher Aides
- Tutors and Trainers