Learning Innovation Librarian, University of Arkansas, Little Rock, AR
Posted August 9, 2022
Description:
The Learning Innovation Librarian is a 12-month faculty member who provides learning opportunities through ideation, experimentation, and creation that positively impact the academic and professional success of learners. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and will work collaboratively with a team of learner-centered, innovative library colleagues and campus partners to promote a new culture of library teaching and learning. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
- A Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program;
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience in the provision of assistance and/or instruction in a library or educational setting.
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
- Experience training/mentoring applied learning experiences and developing co-curricular learning activities/projects;
- Experience applying learner-centered pedagogies and learning experience design;
- Experience using virtual/augmented reality and gaming, 3D printing, and/or mobile technology.
Job Duties:
- Creates learning experiences that integrate innovative and inclusive learning strategies, open pedagogy, and critical information literacy;
- Coordinates innovative applied learning experiences that help students apply critical thinking, and information skills to real-world problems; increases engagement and social responsibility (e.g., student library advisory boards, peer reference triage training, graduate assistantship learning projects, etc.);
- Collaborates across curricular and co-curricular areas to co-create assignments/assessments that allow learners options to express learning, and apply information and professional skills;
- Develops appropriate assessment measures and tools as part of a culture of continuous improvement;
- Contributes to the creation of learner resources through the lens of equity, belonging, and affordability.
- Provides student research support as part of a shared service model;
- Builds collaborative relationships among others in the university community;
- Engages in scholarly, professional, and service activities in accordance with institutional and faculty governance documents;
- Works in a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment;
- Works nights and weekends as needed;
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of educational trends and emerging technologies;
- Knowledge of assessment standards/frameworks (e.g. CAS, LEAP, etc.);
- Highly collaborative, flexible, and adaptable;
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
How to Apply:
For more information and to apply, visit:
https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS/job/Little-Rock/Learning-Innovation-Librarian_R0014326