Adjunct Faculty, American Sign Language (Pooled Position, North Campus)

Broward College; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Broward College in sunny South Florida invites applications for a part-time teaching position in American Sign Language related disciplines. The ideal candidate will have substantial teaching experience and a strong commitment to student attainment and community impact.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in ASL or Education for the Deaf with ASL fluency, or a Bachelor’s with ASL-related credentials; Ph.D. preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in American Sign Language or Education for the Hearing Impaired with ASL fluency.
• Bachelor’s degree in ASL/Sign Language Interpreting or Education of the Deaf with ASL fluency.
• National Certification in Sign Language Interpreting or ASLTA Certification.
• Ph.D. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate mastery of the discipline, commitment to student success, technology competence, and engaging teaching strategies.
• Employ teaching methods to accommodate varying prep levels and incorporate engaging technology.
• Support diverse learners with responsive pedagogical techniques across programs.
• Examine and adapt instructional practices to better engage and support students.
• Engage in student consultation, course preparation, and syllabus development.
• Provide prompt, constructive support through office hours and timely feedback on assessments.
• Provide prompt feedback to student emails.
• Adhere to deadlines for grading, enrollment verification, and textbook adoption.
• Participate in service to the college and community.

Skills

College teaching

Computer literacy

Teaching commitment

Education

Master’s degree in American Sign Language or Education for the Hearing Impaired

Bachelor’s degree in American Sign Language or Education of the Deaf or Hard of Hearing with fluency in ASL

National Certification in Sign Language Interpreting or ASLTA Certification

Ph.D. preferred

Job description

Job Description Summary

Broward College in sunny South Florida, is one of the largest state colleges in the country, with an enrollment of approximately 50,000 students, supported by 4,000 employees. The College was rated as a best-in-state employer by Forbes and a top 10 community college by the Aspen Institute.

The college invites applications for a part-time teaching position. The ideal candidate will share the college’s commitment to educating its students and meeting the college’s great responsibility to the educational attainment and economic well-being of our student population and the surrounding community as we make Broward College the number one destination for academic excellence

Minimum Education:

• Master’s degree in American Sign Language or Education for the Hearing Impaired with fluency in the use of American Sign Language OR Master’s Degree and 18 graduate credit hours in American Sign Language or Education for the Hearing Impaired with fluency in the use of American Sign Language OR Bachelor’s degree in American Sign Language, Sign Language Interpreting OR Education of the Deaf or Hard of Hearing with fluency in the use of American Sign Language plus National Certification in Sign Language Interpreting (as recognized under the Registry of the Interpreters for the Deaf RID), or American Sign Language Teachers Association (ASLTA) Certification and demonstrated competency in teaching

• Ph.D. preferred

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Prior college teaching experience is preferred.

• The successful candidate must have a high level of computer literacy and a commitment to teaching.

• All schedules require office hours and some may require evening and/or weekend hours.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate (1) a mastery of their specific discipline; (2) a deep commitment to the college mission of fostering student success, academic achievement, and persistence; (3) technological competence; and (4) the ability to use skills and strategies that engage students in ways that facilitate learning and prepare students for productive lives.

• Employ teaching methods to accommodate various levels of academic preparation and incorporate appropriate and engaging technology across different modalities of instruction to facilitate student learning.

• Facilitate the needs of different learners across programs by implementing responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices for engaging students.

• Have a willingness to examine and adapt one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support students.

• Engage in student consultation, course preparation, review of course outlines, and preparation of course syllabi.

• Provide prompt and constructive support to students through regular office hours and timely feedback on assessments and activities.

• Provide prompt feedback to student emails.

• Adhere to all reporting deadlines such as grade processing, enrollment verification, syllabus submission, and textbook adoption.

• Participate in service to the college and its community.

Our Culture:

At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Application Package:

• 1 . Resume - Detailed curriculum vitae of all educational and professional experience, which includes a list of courses taught

• 1. Transcript - Unofficial conferred transcript that includes degree received and conferral date. International transcripts must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: https://www.naces.org/members. (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; official transcripts will be required prior to hire.)

Work Shift/Hours Per Week

Varies

Position Time Type

Part time

Position Number

P0011765

Department

North Academics Fine Arts

Salary Range

$2,286.00 - $2,491.02 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday/Weekends/Varies

Designated Essential Personnel

No

Foreign Transcript

Transcripts issued outside of the United States require an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President, Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.