Information and Digital Instruction Librarian (Adjunct Faculty)

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established library district is seeking a passionate educator to lead information and digital literacy sessions. This role involves engaging with students both online and in-person, creating innovative instructional materials, and supporting media production projects. The library values equity and inclusion, welcoming diverse applicants to contribute to its mission of serving the community's evolving needs. If you are committed to fostering a learning environment that embraces diversity and promotes professional growth, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program is required.
• Teaching and reference experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach information literacy and digital literacy sessions online and in-person.
• Create instructional materials and support media production.

Skills

Teaching experience

Reference services

Digital literacy

Information literacy

Ability to adapt to new technology

Experience with learning management systems

Education

Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program

Tools

Video production technologies

Audio production technologies

Job description

Under the direction of the Department Chair, responsibilities include teaching information literacy and digital literacy sessions online and in-person at the main campus and at the college’s extension sites as well as providing reference services. Duties include creating instructional materials and digital learning objects, supporting media production, including technologies such as video and audio production, and other projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching and reference experience
• Ability to learn and adapt to new and changing technology
• Experience with learning management systems

The Moraine Valley Community College Library is committed to equity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Our mission is to meet the evolving needs of our community, which includes centering the experiences of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, people with disabilities, people across the gender spectrum, and LGBTQ+ people. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities. The Moraine Valley Library encourages a work-life balance by prioritizing the professional growth and development of adjunct librarians, while recognizing the many responsibilities all individuals have outside of the workplace. For individuals with disabilities who may request reasonable accommodations in the application process, please contact: MVCC Human Resources at [e-mail] or 708-974-5704.

Moraine Valley Community College Library, Cook County