
The Central Michigan University is seeking a creative and energetic librarian to join the CMU Libraries as an Instruction Librarian. This full-time, tenure-track position reports to the Director of Library Research & Instruction Services. Apply online at https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/26659 The Instruction Librarian will be expected to lead the Libraries’ effort to craft and implement a comprehensive instructional strategy in line with the curricular and pedagogical needs of the university. The successful candidate will identify instructional best practices, incorporate student-centered learning outcomes in the Libraries’ instructional activities, and engage in assessment activities. Incorporation of information literacy standards and the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education will be a part of this position. This position is responsible for the administration and teaching of LIB 197, a one-credit library skills course, as well as introductory level courses in a variety of disciplines. Duties and Responsibilities: • Develop and implement a formalized plan and goals for library instruction to CMU departments and classes • Identify instructional best practices and share them with the teaching librarians; • Incorporate student-centered learning outcomes into all instruction • Help librarians move from face-to-face to online instruction through an understanding of online teaching best practices, theories of andragogy, etc. • Map information literacy concepts into relevant university courses • Engage with other librarians and campus faculty to develop discipline-appropriate instruction • Develop innovative tools and services for effective library instruction to face-to-face and online classes • Develop and implement methods to assess the effectiveness of library instruction • Take primary responsibility for the administration, scheduling, and teaching of the library’s LIB 197 course • Provide instruction sessions to ENG 101 and 201 and other general and introductory courses • Monitor trends and best practices in library instruction and incorporate them as applicable within the Libraries’ instructional efforts Additional responsibilities: • Serve on library and university committees as appropriate • Participate in library marketing, outreach, and publicity activities • Participate in and contribute to strategic planning to advance the library’s mission and vision • Meet university standards for tenure and promotion