Job Description
The Sherratt Library is seeking qualified individuals to teach sections of their LM 1010 Information Literacy course. This course is a basic introduction to information literacy skills and is taught online.
Responsibilities:
1. Teaches assigned sections of LM 1010 Information Literacy, delivered online only through a Canvas LMS instance, including making individualized assessments and submitting final grades; interacting with students.
2. Participates in meetings and training regarding LM 1010 courses, teaching methods, learning standards, and outcomes.
3. Works collegially with other instructional faculty and staff.
Additional Info & Requirements
The library courses are taught online so instructors need not be local to apply. Adjuncts receive pay at the rate of $800 per credit hour taught.
1. Experience or commitment to teaching at the college level (online and/or face-to-face).
2. Working knowledge of the library catalogs, databases, search strategies, Boolean searching, keyword selection, and search delimiters.
3. Understanding of college-level information literacy skills and the library research process.
4. Familiarity with online learning best practices. Experience with the Instructure Canvas Learning Management System.
The Community
Founded in 1897, SUU is a comprehensive, regional master degree-granting university and Utah's designated public liberal arts and sciences university. The accredited state-supported institution of nearly 9,000 students is located in Cedar City, Utah home to the Utah Shakespeare Festival and surrounded by national parks, monuments, forests and wilderness. SUU is 40 minutes from both snow skiing and year-round golfing, 2-1/2 hours from Las Vegas and 3-1/2 hours from Salt Lake City.
HR Info
For help with the application process, contact Human Resources at jobs@suu.edu or 435-586-7754.
Submit CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Unoffical Transcripts, at least three references.