Thursday, January 12, 2012

Part Time Instruction Librarian, Adelphi University Swirbul Library, Garden City Campus

(Approximately 20 hours a week)


RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Dean of University Libraries and working closely with the Coordinator of Instructional Services and the library faculty of the Garden City campus, the Part Time Instruction Librarian’s responsibilities support the University's goal of developing information literate students. The incumbent participates in all aspects of the Library’s information literacy programs, providing bibliographic instruction in the Freshman Experience Program, course related instructional sessions for undergraduate subject specialties, and graduate level courses in subject areas such as Education, Nursing and Social Work. May assist library faculty with instructional design for their courses and may provide scheduled reference service. The incumbent works a flexible schedule of up to 20 hours per week.

REQUIREMENTS: MLS from an ALA-accredited program. Flexible work schedule during the fall and spring semesters to accommodate some evening and weekend teaching assignments. Ability to work effectively and collegially with a diverse population of faculty, students and staff. Highly Preferred: Experience teaching library instruction classes for undergraduate and graduate students. Desirable: Experience creating instructional and information materials using Libguides and a working knowledge of applications such as Camtasia, Captivate, or Survey Monkey.


APPLY: Send cv/resume, letter of interest and contact information for three references to Prof. Eloise Bellard, Coordinator of Instructional Services, at bellard@adelphi.edu