Adjunct Faculty, American Sign Language

Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) • Highland Hills, OH

79d • $942

About The Position

This is a part-time (adjunct) faculty position for teaching a variety of courses in American Sign Language (ASL). Candidates will be interviewed and hired on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year. The position is located in the Liberal Arts & Sciences department and reports to the Associate Dean. The work schedule will be determined based on business unit needs, with classes potentially offered during the day, evening, and/or weekend. Applicants should indicate their availability when applying.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in American Sign Language (ASL) or a related field with at least 18 graduate level course hours in ASL or ASL interpreting
• Minimum 1-year teaching experience in ASL or ASL interpreting
• ASLTA or RID certification
• Bachelor's degree in ASL, ASL interpreting, or related field
• Graduate of an Interpreter Training Program
• ASLPI rating level 4 or 5 (Level 3 may be considered based on additional qualifications)
• SLPI rating of Advanced or higher (Intermediate Plus may be considered based on additional qualifications)
• Native or near-native fluency in ASL
• Understanding of ASL grammar and structure
• Evidence of a strong commitment to professional development and staying current in the field of ASL
• Current membership in ASL Teachers' Association (ASLTA), Ohio ASLTA, Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), and/or Conference of Interpreter Trainers (CIT)
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent)
• Advanced communication (verbal, written, and interpersonal) and organizational skills
• Appropriately responds to the needs of the community

Nice To Haves

• PhD in American Sign Language
• Experience applying diverse instructional strategies in response to student learning styles
• Teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers learning activities in order to achieve course outcomes
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts
• Evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, papers, and examinations
• Maintains and submits student attendance records, grades, and other required documentation by specified deadlines
• Be available to students for coaching
• Participates in periodic meetings with supervisors, division, or College regarding teaching duties and training and development

Benefits

• Part-Time Faculty position with a set rate of pay: $942.00/Equated Semester Unit (ESU)
• Employment contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree