Instructor or Assistant Professor - Library

City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

LaGuardia Community College seeks an Instruction Librarian to support learner-centered information literacy, critical inquiry, and inclusive teaching.

The role is tenure-track, on-campus in the Library Instruction Unit, reporting to the Chairperson, with duties spanning teaching, reference, and scholarly service to advance student success across programs.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution is required for both ranks.
• Second graduate degree required for Assistant Professor; anticipated to be completed within 5 years for Instructor.
• Ability to work collaboratively for the good of the institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach information literacy classes and workshops (one-shots, course-related, drop-ins).
• Provide reference services in person, chat, email, and via consultations.
• Collaborate to schedule and assess classes; develop teaching materials in multiple modalities.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Equity & Inclusion

Public Service

Education

MLS/MLIS from ALA-accredited program

Second graduate degree

Tools

Brightspace

Job description

Instructor or Assistant Professor - Library

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia's degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility - moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond - in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020).Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

The LaGuardia Community College Library is seeking applicants from diverse backgrounds with a strong public service orientation for the position of Instruction Librarian. This is a full-time, on-campus, tenure-track position in the Instruction Unit, reporting to the Chairperson. The library's approach to teaching is rooted in learner-centered pedagogy and critical inquiry, guided by LaGuardia's core competencies and the ACRL Information Literacy Framework. Our focus is on teaching transferable information literacy concepts and cultivating inclusive learning environments.

Specifically, the Instruction Librarian will perform the following duties:

• Teach one-shots, course-related information literacy classes, and drop-in workshops;
• Provide reference services (in-person, chat, email, and consultations);
• Collaborate with the Coordinator of Library Instruction to schedule and assess classes;
• Develop teaching materials in multiple modalities;
• Support scholarly communication efforts within and outside of the Department;
• Produce scholarly research and participate in academic service via committees and working groups;
• Serve as the liaison librarian to, and provide collection development for academic programs;
• Teach library credit course, as needed;
• Other duties as assigned by the Chairperson

QUALIFICATIONS

For the rank of Instructor, a master's in library science (MLS), master's in library information studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. The candidate will be expected to complete a second graduate degree within 5 years. For a degree at CUNY, tuition benefits are available. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.

For the rank of Assistant Professor, a master's in library science (MLS), master's in library information studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution, with a second graduate degree is required. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least one year of relevant experience, which may consist of academic library experience and/or experience in other teaching or research positions;
• Familiarity with lesson-building tools and course management systems such as Brightspace;
• Professional and pedagogical commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion;
• Expertise with digital humanities, ethical use of AI tools, data literacy, or scholarly communication;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work with people at all levels in a collegial, collaborative environment;

COMPENSATION

For Instructor: $54,454 - $79,298

For Assistant Professor: $59,256 - $85,556

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

CLOSING DATE

October 2nd, 2026

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Location: LaGuardia Community College

Job Type: Full-Time