Library Instructional Specialist
POSITION OVERVIEW: Instructional Specialists at Trinity Washington University provide essential instructional leadership in the delivery of foundational coursework in reading and writing, mathematics, and science education. This position is for a librarian instructional specialist. As integral members of the CAS educators, Specialists focus on enhancing Trinity’s first-year academic experience and meeting ambitious benchmarks for student learning, retention, and success. The incumbent will be a member of the library staff, reporting to the University librarian and working closely with the CAS Dean and Specialists team. The Library Instructional Specialist will support the CAS dual enrollment students and undergraduate students, with a regular course load of 3 classes a semester, as well as summer programs. Specialist appointments are full-time, 12-month, professional staff positions. Responsibilities of the position include offering active and engaged instruction and significant learning experiences tailored to the needs of historically underrepresented and underserved student populations at Trinity; designing and delivering supplemental instruction for students needing additional support; playing an active role in instructional faculty development; and assessing both student proficiency and student learning outcomes, using results to improve student placement and retention and continuously improve instruction.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate must possess at least a master’s degree in Information science from an accredited ALA program. Other requirements of the position include a minimum of two years’ experience teaching information literacy, or any form of library instruction, with preference for candidates with experience teaching foundational reading and writing to at-risk student populations, especially in secondary education or community colleges.
The specific responsibilities of the position include:
- Teaching three information literacy related courses per semester in designated area for Trinity’s Dual Enrollment Programs
- Supporting Faculty with information literacy curriculum design through curriculum improvement processes, syllabus development, selection of textbooks and other course material, and supporting Moodle resources and any other applicable online learning or other supplemental instruction aids
- Offering library, or information literacy, workshops, consultations, and other programming to the Trinity community in designated area
- Contributing to the libraries information literacy program, by working closely with the University Librarian, and Research & Instructional Librarian.
- Maintaining regular availability outside of class in offices hours, as well as any necessary supplemental instruction, tutoring, mentoring, and other forms of student-centered support
- Compiling and analyzing course assessment data and presenting key findings in written reports to the Dean’s office and other relevant audiences
- Collaborating with The Office of Dual enrollment and CAS Specialists to help ensure student success among Dual enrollment students and the First Year Curriculum
The successful candidate will have a track record of excellent teaching; documented examples of information literacy curriculum development and assessment; and knowledge of current and successful foundational education teaching and learning strategies. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate excellence with engaged and active learning practices and a focus on Critical Librarianship Pedagogy.
Please submit letter of application and CV to the “Apply Here Now” link below.
Trinity Washington University is dedicated to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its students, faculty and staff. Trinity is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourages all qualified individuals to apply,