Inside Higher Ed
Librarian/Information Competency Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool - East Kern,
Inside Higher Ed, Bakersfield, California, United States, 93399
Basic Function
Kern Community College District accepts applications for part-time, hourly faculty pools on a continuous basis. Applications submitted will remain active for up to two years. The starting salary is $67.00 hourly.
Representative Duties The successful applicant will provide instruction in Information Competency both in the classroom and within the library. Topics include recognizing an information need, information retrieval, evaluation of information, information formats, presenting information effectively, and understanding legal and ethical aspects of information. This assignment may include day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes, distance learning, and multiple teaching methodologies.
Other duties include performing academic reference, instruction in the use of the library's online resources, developing and presenting library research and writing workshops, promoting library resources to faculty, and other general library activities such as collection development, developing subject guides and promotion and outreach. Additional duties include maintaining subject matter currency, developing and revising curriculum, using computer and multimedia technology, and collegial participation in departmental, college and discipline-specific professional activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's in Library Science, Library and Information Science, or the equivalent.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Degrees and credits from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Foreign degrees evaluated by NACES or ACEI.
Minimum qualifications do not guarantee an interview.
Knowledge & Abilities
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and service to a diverse student population.
Ability to work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic and vocational goals.
Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities.
Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency.
Ability to assess student learning outcomes.
Knowledge of computers and willingness to explore new technologies that would benefit the program.
Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Completed application packet must include:
Completed Online Application for Employment form
Current resume
Copy of legible transcripts
Applicants must redact personal information (SSN, DOB, photos) before uploading. Foreign degree holders must submit evaluation. Reasonable accommodations available.
EEO Statement The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Apply Online All applicants must apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/3363721/librarian-information-competency-instructor-part-time-adjunct-pool-east-kern. Emails will not be accepted.
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Representative Duties The successful applicant will provide instruction in Information Competency both in the classroom and within the library. Topics include recognizing an information need, information retrieval, evaluation of information, information formats, presenting information effectively, and understanding legal and ethical aspects of information. This assignment may include day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes, distance learning, and multiple teaching methodologies.
Other duties include performing academic reference, instruction in the use of the library's online resources, developing and presenting library research and writing workshops, promoting library resources to faculty, and other general library activities such as collection development, developing subject guides and promotion and outreach. Additional duties include maintaining subject matter currency, developing and revising curriculum, using computer and multimedia technology, and collegial participation in departmental, college and discipline-specific professional activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's in Library Science, Library and Information Science, or the equivalent.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Degrees and credits from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Foreign degrees evaluated by NACES or ACEI.
Minimum qualifications do not guarantee an interview.
Knowledge & Abilities
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and service to a diverse student population.
Ability to work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic and vocational goals.
Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities.
Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency.
Ability to assess student learning outcomes.
Knowledge of computers and willingness to explore new technologies that would benefit the program.
Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Completed application packet must include:
Completed Online Application for Employment form
Current resume
Copy of legible transcripts
Applicants must redact personal information (SSN, DOB, photos) before uploading. Foreign degree holders must submit evaluation. Reasonable accommodations available.
EEO Statement The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Apply Online All applicants must apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/3363721/librarian-information-competency-instructor-part-time-adjunct-pool-east-kern. Emails will not be accepted.
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