About this role
Syracuse University
The School of Information Studies seeks a Part-Time Instructor for IST 564: The purpose of this course is to increase the level of preservice librarians’ understanding of the library and information needs of persons with disability, whether a function of age, impairment, or health condition, and with affirmative implications for serving persons from marginalized
communities or otherwise pose different ways of engaging and/or navigating the world. The
course will provide context, awareness, and strategies that impact students’ abilities to develop
programs and services, provide facilities, and select resources and technologies to meet the {} diverse needs and ways of all patrons. The course is structured around seven core project assignments that will assist students to develop practical tools and resources for professional library careers.
After taking this course, students will be able to:
- Use disability history and the social model of disability to advocate for and recommend change in library policy or practice.
- Use federal disability law and standards to evaluate the accessibility of, and select accessible resources for, library programs, policies, and services.
- Apply a social justice lens to designing and presenting a model library program, policy, service, or resource that is inclusive of another marginalized identity.
- Use the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework to design and present a model library program, policy, service, or resource that meets the needs of diverse patrons.
- Professionally and effectively interact and communicate with patrons regardless of their different ways of engaging and/or navigating the world.
Qualifications
- MLIS degree or Master’s degree in related field
- 3+ years working in a library
- 3+ years teaching adults
- 3+ years working with individuals with disabilities
Job Specific Qualifications
Responsibilities
- Successful candidates will be prepared to serve as instructor and mentor and be willing to work with the Professor of Record, Program Director, and other instructors teaching this class. This course has a developed syllabus, exercises, and texts, however, we seek individuals who can bring their own experiences to the course.
- Collaborate with professor of record and/or program director, who is responsible for creating the course syllabus and course content, as well as providing an overview of their overall vision for the course.
- Attend onboarding and training with the iSchool’s Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning
- Maintain office hours and open communication with students.
- Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner; provide feedback when appropriate.
- Prepare for weekly online sessions with students
- Prepare to offer the class in the Winter 2027 online quarter term.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
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Quick Link https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/114953
Job Posting Date 10/30/2026
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Priority Consideration
Job Category Faculty
Message to Applicants