Adjunct Faculty- Library and Information Science

Pima Community College District•Nogales, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Pima Community College’s Communications Division is accepting applications to expand its pool of qualified Library and Information Science faculty for academic-level courses during the 2026–2027 academic year and beyond in the Nogales, Arizona, area. Candidates may be hired for specific courses or added to a pool for potential future assignments based on enrollment. These are part-time, temporary faculty positions offering flexible hours and the opportunity to support a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. Instructors will use active learning strategies and online resources and provide equitable instruction. Courses may be delivered online, virtually, in hybrid or face-to-face formats, or through dual enrollment in high schools or high-school virtual classrooms. The position is in person in the Nogales area, though course delivery modalities may vary. All employees are required to live and work in Arizona. Selected candidates must successfully complete a background check. Applicants must provide a current resume, a letter of interest or cover letter of no more than two pages, and unofficial transcripts supporting their qualifications. Pima Community College does not sponsor employment visas for this position. Preference is given to applicants residing in Arizona.

Requirements

A master’s degree from a library and information science program accredited by the American Library Association, or a master’s degree in any discipline plus 18 graduate semester hours from an American Library Association-accredited library and information science program.
Degrees and coursework qualifying for Pima Community College teaching certification must be from a regionally accredited college or university.
Employees must live and work within Arizona.
Successful completion of a background check.
Submit a current resume, a letter of interest or cover letter of no more than two pages, and copies of unofficial transcripts supporting the minimum qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching Library and Information Science courses.
Experience teaching online courses and/or using alternative instructional formats.
Experience using a Learning Management System, preferably D2L Brightspace.
Ability to adapt and modify instruction to meet student learning needs, including accommodations and accessibility.
Ability to maintain high instructional and learning standards and assess student academic progress toward course objectives and student learning outcomes.
Knowledge of diverse community college student populations and ability to address diversity effectively in instruction and student learning.
Arizona residency is preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach academic-level Library and Information Science courses.
Instruct students in the content area and help them develop strategies for academic success.
Follow established protocols for presence, responsiveness, grading, attendance, and assessment of student learning.
Use current and effective classroom management techniques.
Monitor and continually improve instruction to ensure Student Learning Outcomes are met at classroom, discipline/program, and College levels.
Evaluate student performance and academic progress.
Continually improve instruction using appropriate delivery methods.
Maintain competency and currency in the teaching field, teaching strategies, delivery modalities, and assessment methods.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students and communicate in a collegial manner.