Adjunct, American Sign Language (ASL)

Monmouth University; West Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 6,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Tuition Remission

Employee elective deferrals to TIAA, ,

On campus, Fitness Center – free

Job summary

Monmouth University on-campus seeks an Adjunct Professor to teach American Sign Language. The position involves teaching 3–6 credits per semester, developing lectures and activities aligned with curriculum, and meeting students outside of class to support learning outcomes.

Applicants should have ASL fluency, at least one year of teaching or interpreting ASL, and familiarity with Deaf culture, plus strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
• One year of experience teaching or interpreting ASL.
• Familiarity with deaf culture.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3-6 credits during the semester.
• Develop and deliver course lectures, discussions and assignments in accordance with the curriculum and learning objectives.
• Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
• Develop and administer projects and exams to evaluate student learning outcomes and provide grades in a timely manner.
• Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.

Skills

ASL fluency

Teach ASL

Deaf culture familiarity

Communication skills

Job description

Monmouth University Main Campus
400 Cedar Ave
West Long Branch, NJ 07764, USA

Description

The Communication department at Monmouth University is seeking applications for Adjunct Professors for American Sign Language (ASL).

Part-time Adjunct Faculty members typically teach 3-6 credits per semester, with class schedules determined based on departmental needs and candidate availability. Courses are taught in person at the West Long Branch campus. Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university’s pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available.Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

Additional Application Material Required:

Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university’s career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact Information for Three Professional References
• Two Letters of Recommendation

Optional Documents: None

Special Instructions to Applicants:

We encourage candidates to include information in the cover letter that addresses their approach to teaching and their plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their position at Monmouth University.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach 3-6 credits during the semester.
• Develop and deliver course lectures, discussions and assignments in accordance with the curriculum and learning objectives.
• Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
• Develop and administer projects and exams to evaluate student learning outcomes and provide grades in a timely manner.
• Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.

Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the teaching and service missions of the university.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
• One year of experience teaching or interpreting ASL.
• Familiarity with deaf culture.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• RID Certification

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Deanna Shoemaker at [e-mail] or 732-263-5194

Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university’s pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available.Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.

Working at Monmouth University perks:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Tuition Remission
• Employee elective deferrals to TIAA, 403(b) plan
• On campus, Fitness Center – free membership

Equal Opportunity Employer
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