Adjunct - American Sign Language (ASL)

Columbus State Community College•Columbus, OH

18h•$56•Onsite

About The Position

The Adjunct, American Sign Language position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with major emphasis placed on teaching, supporting and evaluating students. The Adjunct role provides instruction and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair, or other leadership members. The incumbent must exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people with complicated material. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Instruction & Student Learning Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction. Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities. Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource. Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology. Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies. Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester. Distributes and maintain accurate syllabi that ncorporates departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements. Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives. Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development. Student Engagement & Advisement Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners. Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom. Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community. Culture of Respect Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Interpreting or Deaf Studies
Three (3) years of experience interpreting or teaching
State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s)

Responsibilities

Teaches assigned courses as scheduled
Assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies
Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities
Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource
Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs
Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies
Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely
Distributes and maintain accurate syllabi
Conducts classes punctually
Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance
Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development
Creates a positive classroom atmosphere
Uses technology to assist in communication with students
Encourages a sense of community among students
Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services
Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community
Attends all required meetings and trainings