Library and Information Science Instructors

A college or university is usually a pleasant place in which to work. Campuses bustle with all types of activities and events, stimulating ideas, and a young, energetic population. Much prestige comes with success as a library and information science instructor and scholar; educators have the respect of students, colleagues, and others in their community.

Depending on the size of their department, library and information science instructors may have their own office, or they may have to share an office with one or more colleagues. Their department may provide them with a computer, Internet access, and research assistants. Library and information science instructors are also able to do much of their office work at home. They can arrange their schedule around class hours, academic meetings, and the established office hours when they meet with students. Most college teachers work more than 40 hours each week. Although library and information science instructors may teach only two or three classes a semester, they spend many hours preparing for lectures, examining student work, and conducting research.