American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor Pool-Part-Time

North Orange County Community College District; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 2,166,510 - 2,377,530; Part time

Job summary

A prominent community college district in California is creating a pool of qualified American Sign Language (ASL) instructors for part-time assignments. The role requires a commitment to diversity, effective teaching methods, and at least a Bachelor's degree with professional teaching experience. Candidates must provide relevant documents and proof of work eligibility in the U.S. Competitive salary based on lecture and lab units is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of professional experience related to teaching.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusivity.
• Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Fill part-time assignments in ASL as needed.
• Develop effective teaching techniques.
• Engage students across different learning styles.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

California teaching credential

Job description

American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor Pool – Part‑Time

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PST on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Special Instructions Summary

• Recruitment remains active for one year from the opening date. It may close sooner if no longer needed.
• Continuous recruitment to fill part‑time and temporary faculty assignments as needed.
• Do not contact the department directly; they will contact selected candidates.
• Upload resume and transcripts; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Evidence of degree conferred must be printed on a legible transcript.
• Minimum of one reference required.
• Selected candidates must provide official transcripts, verification of experience, identification, employment eligibility, fingerprints, and required medical certification. NOCCCD will not sponsor visa applications.
• Reasonable accommodations may be requested by calling [phone] at least three business days before the interview.

Position Details

• Title: American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor Pool – Part‑Time
• Department: Language Arts, CC
• Location: Cypress College
• Employment: Part‑time; work schedule varies; months of employment as needed
• Salary Range: $1,572.67 – $1,725.85 per lecture unit rate; $1,572.67 – $1,725.85 per lab parity unit rate; $1,258.16 – $1,380.60 per lab unit rate (per current adjunct salary schedule)

Job Description

Cypress College is creating a pool of qualified ASL instructors to fill part‑time assignments on an as‑needed basis. When a need arises, the department will reference this pool.

Special Requirements

• All degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript with award date posted.
• Grade cards are not acceptable.
• All degrees and coursework must be from accredited postsecondary institutions.
• Evaluation of foreign degrees is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher AND two years of professional experience related to teaching in the assignment.
• OR Associate degree AND six years of professional experience related to teaching.
• OR valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college for the subject area.
• Commitment to diversity: demonstrated sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of students, faculty, and staff.

Desirable Qualifications

• Recent lower‑division or community college teaching experience.
• Ability to develop effective teaching techniques and assessment methods.
• Ability to engage student interest across learning styles.
• Experience incorporating instructional technology.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience teaching or mentoring historically and socially minoritized/marginalized communities, including African‑American/Black, Chicanx/Latinx, Pacific Islander, Native American, women, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities.

Supplemental Questions

• * Diversity: How have you demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to the needs and experiences of diverse student, faculty and staff backgrounds? (Open Ended Question)
• * Diversity: How would your experience, training, and/or knowledge of diverse groups assist you in achieving the goals of this position? (Open Ended Question)
• * Can you provide proof, if hired, that you are eligible to work in the United States? (NOCCCD will not sponsor visa applications)
  • Yes
  • No
• * Can you perform the essential functions of this position as outlined in the job description with or without reasonable accommodations?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts with degree posted (may be unofficial)

Optional Documents

• Additional Transcripts I
• Additional Transcripts II
• NACES Evaluation of Foreign Degree
• Copy of California Community College Credential

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