American Sign Language Instructor (part time)

Position Summary

Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job: Faculty facilitate student learning and initiate and participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success. As learning facilitators, faculty consistently assess learning outcomes and their own teaching effectiveness (pedagogy). As professionals, faculty adhere to the ethical standards of their profession as outlined, for example, by the NEA and the State of Michigan. Where applicable, faculty maintain licensure and certifications.

About the Role

• Teach courses in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Master’s Degree in teaching ASL or a directly related field from an accredited institution. Or, Master’s Degree in a related field plus a minimum of 18 graduate hours in American Sign Language or the teaching of American Sign Language.
• One of the following certifications is required to verify ASL Proficiency: ASLPI 4.0, EIPA 4.0, BEI II, BEI III, NIC, and/or ASLTA
• Understanding of and commitment to community college teaching, mission and philosophy
• Innovative, flexible and positive teaching style and understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds

Responsibilities

Specific Teaching Assignment

• Faculty member will be responsible for teaching courses in American Sign Language (ASL)

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in teaching ASL or a directly related field from an accredited institution. Or, Master’s Degree in a related field plus a minimum of 18 graduate hours in American Sign Language or the teaching of American Sign Language.
• One of the following certifications is required to verify ASL Proficiency: ASLPI 4.0, EIPA 4.0, BEI II, BEI III, NIC, and/or ASLTA
• Two (2) years post-secondary ASL teaching experience

Qualifications

• Understanding of and commitment to community college teaching, mission and philosophy
• Innovative, flexible and positive teaching style and understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds

Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Ability to integrate computer applications into teaching

Benefits

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Two (2) years post-secondary ASL teaching experience

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• The employee must be able to move about 2/3 of the time and be stationary about 1/3 of the time.
• S/he is required to be mobile around campus for participant involvement/activities.
• S/he must be able to converse with individuals on a regular basis with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret their needs via phone conversations, face-to-face conversations, or written documentation.
• The employee must be able to utilize all programs on a computer independently and efficiently (particularly the internet, Word, and the student database).
• S/he must be able to present information in an instructional setting and respond to questions from groups.
• If applicable, must be able to tolerate frequent exposure to a wide variety of chemicals which are common to the industry.
• Must be able to handle and mix chemicals properly and safely; and wear appropriate gloves and other personal protective equipment.

Work Schedule

While part-time faculty are not required to hold regular office hours during the semesters they teach, they are required to make provisions for student consultations as may be necessary and reasonable.

Additional Information

• Must be available to teach onsite; opportunities do not exist to teach online courses only.
• If selected for an interview, candidates may need to provide a professional portfolio.

Specific instructions

Specific instructions will be shared prior to the interview.

Visa sponsorship

Not available.

Selected candidates must submit to a drug test and criminal background check.

Additional Application Deadline Information

The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Application Deadline

Continuously accepting applications

Equal Opportunity Summary

As an equal opportunity institution, the College encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities. The College does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran’s status, age, disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform adequately, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Title IX Coordinator Contact Information

1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC- 2030G), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0024.

Title II, ADA, Coordinator Contact Information

1401 E. Court St., Curtice-Mott Complex (CM-1024), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0373.

Section 504 Coordinator Contact Information

1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC- 1130), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0191.