Library Science - Reference and Instruction; Part-Time Faculty Pool

Position: Library Science - Reference and Instruction (Part-Time Faculty Pool)

Library Science – Reference and Instruction (Part‑Time Faculty Pool)

Inside Higher Ed is hiring part‑time faculty for the Library Science – Reference and Instruction program. This role is for temporary teaching assignments, including day, evening, and weekend courses in‑person, online, or hybrid.

• Salary: $73.90 – $124.47 hourly
• Job Type: Part‑Time Temporary
• Division: Language, Communication, and Deaf Studies
• Opening Date: 09/07/2023
• Location: Fremont Campus – Newark Center – and/or eCampus
• Job Number:
• Department: Language, Communication, and Deaf Studies
• Bargaining Unit: United Faculty of Ohlone (UFO)

Ideal Candidate Statement

Ohlone College seeks faculty who have a passion for teaching and learning and a strong commitment to community‑college missions. Excellent student‑oriented teachers, innovative in strategy, and dedicated to student success are required. Leadership, communication, flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to diversity and sustainability are essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach Library Science courses following post‑secondary level outlines.
• Evaluate student work with clear criteria and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain accurate records (grades, syllabi, attendance) by deadlines.
• Create an equity‑based, welcoming classroom environment.
• Perform duties per Board policy, UF‑O provisions, Faculty Handbook, and as assigned at campus, Newark Center, eCampus, or other sites.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science, Library and Information Science, or equivalent.
• Commitment to equity‑based, anti‑racist, culturally diverse community‑college goals.
• Evidence of responsiveness to diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of students.

Desirable Qualifications

• Community‑college teaching experience desired.
• Innovative teaching methods encouraging engagement.
• Experience creating equitable syllabi and inclusive practices.
• Experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other minoritized students.
• Computer technology proficiency, including course‑management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team‑work abilities.

Required Application Materials

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter addressing desirable qualifications, personal/professional qualities, and commitment to diversity.
• Three professional references (name, position, organization, phone, email, relationship).
• Unofficial college transcripts; official sealed transcripts required at hire.

Equivalency

Applicants not meeting minimum qualifications must submit a completed equivalency form with related documents.

Foreign Transcripts

Transcripts issued outside the U.S. require a course‑by‑course analysis with equivalency statement from a certified evaluation service. Attach the report to the application by the filing deadline.

EEO Statement

The district is committed to equal opportunity and hiring qualified staff who reflect community diversity. The district encourages a diverse applicant pool; it does not discriminate on any protected basis. If you have a disability needing accommodations, please call the Human Resources office at (510) 659‑6088.

Conditions of Employment

Offers contingent on Governing Board approval. New employees must submit official transcripts, proof of tuberculosis freedom, identification, employment eligibility documentation, and possibly pre‑employment tests or medical examinations. H1B visas are not sponsored. California residency is required.

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