Archives Instruction Assistant: Learning & Class Support

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston University Libraries seek an Archives Instruction Assistant for a 3-year grant-funded instruction program within the Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center. The role involves planning, preparation, and hosting undergraduate class visits to the archives, plus day-of support for instruction sessions with faculty.

Responsibilities include supporting instruction assessment, identifying relevant materials, helping faculty build class assignments, and creating learning resources to be

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and host undergraduate class visits to the archives.
• Provide day-of support during scheduled class times, including handling materials and room setup.
• Assist with instruction assessment and track class visits and trends for program development.
• Identify materials in collections to highlight in teaching contexts and help faculty build assignments.
• Contribute to creating Learning Resources Repository objects for future classroom use.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom support experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Boston University Libraries seek an Archives Instruction Assistant for a 3-year grant-funded instruction program within the Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center. The role involves planning, preparation, and hosting undergraduate class visits to the archives, plus day-of support for instruction sessions with faculty.

Responsibilities include supporting instruction assessment, identifying relevant materials, helping faculty build class assignments, and creating learning resources to be