Instruction Librarian I: Elevate Information & AI Literacy

Iowa State University - College of Design; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa State University Library invites applications for an Instruction Librarian I to join its Instruction Unit in Ames. You will teach the undergraduate information literacy course and contribute to AI literacy initiatives as part of the Research and Instruction Department.

This role coordinates content delivery, ensures accessibility, and supports the course LMS (Canvas) and LibGuides, while helping develop tutorials and learning materials.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science or a related field.
• Experience teaching information literacy preferred.
• Experience with Canvas and LibGuides is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach the library’s credit-bearing information literacy course for undergraduates.
• Coordinate the course and manage student accommodations.
• Develop guides, tutorials, and learning materials supporting AI and information literacy.
• Collaborate to evaluate and improve instruction programs.

Skills

Teaching information literacy

Customer service

Organization & time management

Collaboration

Independent & team work

Education

Master’s degree in library science or related field

Tools

Canvas

LibGuides

Accessibility tools

Job description

The Iowa State University Library invites applications for an Instruction Librarian I to join its Instruction Unit in Ames. You will teach the undergraduate information literacy course and contribute to AI literacy initiatives as part of the Research and Instruction Department.

This role coordinates content delivery, ensures accessibility, and supports the course LMS (Canvas) and LibGuides, while helping develop tutorials and learning materials.