26-27 Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - American Sign Language

California State University, Fresno; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

A public university in California is seeking a Temporary Faculty Pool – Lecturer in American Sign Language to teach undergraduate courses. Qualified candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Sign Language Education or a closely related field and have ASLTA Certification. Responsibilities include preparing lectures, adhering to university policies, and conducting assessments. The position offers competitive compensation based on qualifications, with a continuous application process reviewed on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Sign Language Education or closely related field with ASLTA Certification.
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with diverse faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver, conduct, proctor, and grade lectures and class projects.
• Ensure all classes meet as scheduled in specified mode.
• Follow university and system-wide academic policies.

Skills

Teaching American Sign Language

Commitment to diversity

Education

Master’s degree in Sign Language Education or related field

Job description

Temporary Faculty Pool – Lecturer in American Sign Language

The department seeks qualified candidates to teach undergraduate courses in American Sign Language or other classes as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students.

Instructor Responsibilities

Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence and implementation of university and system-wide policies per Academic Policy Manual 306. Instructors prepare, deliver, conduct, proctor, and grade lectures, office hours, homework, quizzes, class projects, and midterm/final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled, in the mode assigned (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).

Conditional Appointment

Appointments are contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and follow the Order of Work provisions in the collective bargaining agreement. Appointees must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.

Compensation

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience within the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code 2358). For temporary faculty with a Master’s degree, the monthly range is $5,507‑$6,677 for full‑time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually near the minimum. Salary adjusts based on WTUs assigned.

Anticipated Semester

The pool is continuously open, filled as needed. Positions vary by semester. The pool lasts two academic terms; those wishing to remain beyond must reapply.

• Fall 2026: August 19 – December 22
• Spring 2027: January 15 – May 26

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Sign Language Education or closely related field with ASLTA Certification.
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with diverse faculty, staff, and students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commitment to teaching excellence at undergraduate level; evidence such as prior teaching experience and evaluations.
• Successful undergraduate teaching experience.
• Minimum 3 years teaching American Sign Language and ASLTA Certification.

Application Procedures

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Review may begin as early as June 15 2026 for a Fall 2026 assignment.

• Deadline for Fall 2026: July 1 2026.
• Deadline for Spring 2027: October 31 2026.
• Job Announcement closing: March 1 2027.

Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu, search for the appropriate Job Announcement. Create an Applicant Profile or log in if you already have one, and attach the following materials:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested in teaching.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information of at least three professional references (letters of recommendation are not required at this time).
• Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.

Contact

For inquiries contact Dr. Steven L. Skelton, Chair CSDS, email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of protected status.