Adjunct Instructor – American Sign Language

Motlow; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville, TN, seeks an Adjunct Instructor for American Sign Language to provide quality instruction and foster a positive learning environment in classrooms and laboratories.

The role involves planning and teaching ASL courses, supervising student work, managing resources, evaluating progress, and submitting grades and other administrative tasks in coordination with the department.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher with 18 graduate hours in ASL or appropriate ASL certifications.
• Experience teaching American Sign Language at college level preferred.
• Ability to create and assess learning experiences in classroom and lab settings.

Responsibilities

• Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in course descriptions and syllabi.
• Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.
• Submitting requests for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids through the department head or lead teacher.
• Evaluating the academic progress of students.
• Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
• Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.
• Scheduling two office hours and providing a plan if office hours cannot be scheduled in summer.

Education

Master's degree or higher in ASL

Job description

Title

Adjunct Instructor - American Sign Language

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Summary

To provide quality instruction for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.

Department

School of Communication, Arts and Media Technologies

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi.
2. Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.
3. Submitting requests through the department head, program coordinator, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.
4. Evaluating the academic progress of students.
5. Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
6. Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.
7. Scheduling two office hours. For extenuating circumstances in which office hours cannot be scheduled, the adjunct faculty member must submit a written plan to the Dean describing how students can access the instructor. Office hours are not paid during the summer session.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching field, or Master's degree and appropriate professional certifications in American Sign Language

Availability/Closing Date

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted continuously and reviewed by the department if openings are available. Adjuncts are hired on an as-needed basis. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities. View the nondiscrimination policy. For questions or concerns, please contact George Underwood at [e-mail] or 865-539-7354.

Contact Information

If you have any problems or questions, please contact Pellissippi State Community College's Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at [e-mail].

College Statement

The College reserves the right to assign every employee work that fulfills the strategic priorities and mission of the College.