Instructor - Library Science

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Job Title
Instructor - Library Science

Department
Teacher Education

Essential Functions

The University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Teacher Education Department is seeking an Instructor and Program Coordinator for our undergraduate Library Science Online program. This is a full-time, 9-month, benefits eligible position with an anticipated start date of January 14, 2025. Summer instruction and advising is also an opportunity for this position with additional compensation available.This individual would join our dynamic team in offering unique, online library science curriculum to students geographically distributed across the U.S. and globally. We are seeking candidates who have experience in effective methods of online and Library Science instruction. Successful candidates should also have experience in integrating theoretical perspectives on teaching and learning into field-based settings (supervised online), and student advising and mentorship on their academic and professional trajectories.

The Library Science Instructor also serves as the Program Coordinator and works in close partnership with the Associate Professor in Library Science to handle administration, direction, and leadership of UNO Library Science undergraduate program. This position entails work that falls into three categories: advising, instruction, and administration.

Advising duties include but are not limited to working closely with college undergraduate academic advisors to create realistic degree plans for all students and mentorship of all library science candidates (enrolled and eligible to enroll) by supporting their academic and professional progress, professional dispositions, and transitioning their skill sets within the profession.

Instructional duties include teaching three online library science courses per semester (fall and spring). These courses meet synchronously one weekend per month. Other instructional duties include course design and delivery, grading and feedback, robust and substantive interactions and support for all students. Instructional responsibilities also include maintaining sophisticated knowledge of current trends in libraries to ensure innovative and engaging experiences for all candidates.

Administrative duties include but are not limited to hiring, training, and supervising an effective and talented team of program adjunct instructors and a Library Science graduate assistant (one-two year appointments). Additional duties include facilitating strategic planning and visioning, monitoring program operations and curriculum, upholding and supporting program policies, and student support with adjunct instructors. As a program coordinator, this position also includes advocacy both within the university and outside community (e.g., public and academic libraries, museums, school districts, university departments and leaders).

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNO is an AA/ EEO / ADA institution. For questions, accommodations or assistance, please call/contact the HR Specialist at 402.554.2463.


Additional Duties

Required Qualifications

A master’s degree in library and information science or a related field. Successful candidates must have teaching experience with preference given to those with prior post-secondary level teaching; experience with online or blended teaching and learning models; at least three years of experience working in a professional library setting or adjacent field; a commitment to diversity, inclusion, access, and equity; and professional service.

Preferred Qualifications

A doctoral candidate, Ed.D., or Ph.D in library and information science or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates with involvement with supervision of university students in field experiences, and working with students among different student populations (including first generation learners), collaboration with community organizations.

Posting Number
2024F-00173

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin on January 6, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. For questions about the position, please contact Kelly Gomez Johnson, Teacher Education Department Chair at kgomezjohnson@unomaha.edu.

To apply, please submit the following application materials:
1) Cover letter
2) Curriculum vita (with three professional references listed)
3) Official transcripts