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Instructor Pool - MURPHY LIBRARY

Universities of Wisconsin · La Crosse, WI · Part time

Posted Jul 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a session that didn't go well and what you changed.

What they are checking: Whether they reflect honestly and improve their teaching over time.

What would you do

How do you work with a faculty member to tailor a library session to their assignment?

What they are checking: Whether they can partner with faculty so the session meets a real student need.

You show up and the class is distracted and didn't bring their topics. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can adapt on the spot and still give students something useful.

How do you make students feel comfortable asking librarians for help later?

What they are checking: Whether they see each session as a chance to lower barriers to future help-seeking.

About the work

This role focuses on one-shot information literacy classes. How do you make a single 50-minute session stick?

What they are checking: Whether they can pick a few key skills and teach them actively in one short visit.

How would you teach students to judge whether a source is reliable?

What they are checking: Whether they have a practical method for source evaluation that students can use on their own.

How do you teach about AI tools and misinformation in an information literacy session?

What they are checking: Whether they help students think critically about new information sources.

Which frameworks, like the ACRL Framework, shape your instruction?

What they are checking: Whether their teaching is grounded in the profession's standards for information literacy.

How would you measure whether a one-shot session made a difference?

What they are checking: Whether they think about assessment even in short sessions with no grades.

How would you teach an information literacy session for an online course?

What they are checking: Whether they can reach students who never come to the library building.

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The full job description

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Instructor Pool - MURPHY LIBRARY Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Lecturer Job Duties: Each department at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse maintains an ongoing search to serve as a pool of potential instructors for program needs. If hired from this pool, the instructor will be under the general supervision of chair. The instructor provides a variety of library services to graduate and undergraduates in the areas of teaching, learning, and public services to support creative exploration, intellectual growth, and scholarly pursuits. This position will be focused on teaching one-shot information literacy classes across various disciplines and other projects related to support information literacy instruction within the library de partment. POOL SEARCHES MAY NOT BE CURRENTLY ENGAGED IN ACTIVE HIRING.  WHEN POSITIONS ARE NEEDED, DEPARTMENTS WILL REVIEW APPLICATIONS AND CONTACT YOU TO CONFIRM CONTINUED INTEREST/SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW . Murphy Library is integral to student success at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The library provides a dynamic and multifaceted learning environment centered on the core principles of service, stewardship, information  literacy  and equity of access. As a staff member, you will help provide many services and access to information resources that support and promote excellence in academic study and research, success in teaching and learning, and intellectual and cultural exploration. Murphy Library additionally serves the greater community as a regional information center. UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 608-785-8013. Key Job Responsibilities: • Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction • Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations • Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance Department: Murphy Library Required Qualifications: • Master's degree in a field relevant to the department's needs, usually an MLIS, or substantial progress toward a graduate degree in Library and Information Science. Equivalent qualifications that support effective teaching in the position may also be considered. How to Apply: Required Documents Cover letter (that addresses the required qualifications) CV  / Resume Three to five r eference s with contact information Contact Information: John Jax, jjax@ulax.edu Special Notes: Application deadlines TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC & Reference Check Policy All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000. INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. Highlights include: • Paid vacation for 12-month positions. • Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage. • Paid holidays and paid sick days. • After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career. • Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation. Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage. UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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