American Sign Language Instructor (part time)

Mott Community College; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Michigan is seeking a part-time American Sign Language Instructor. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in ASL or a related field, along with proficiency certifications. This role involves teaching ASL courses while fostering an inclusive learning environment. Candidates should possess strong communication and adaptability skills. Opportunities are onsite only, with a commitment to student success and program improvement.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in ASL or related field required.
• Certification verifying ASL proficiency is necessary.
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach American Sign Language courses to diverse student groups.
• Facilitate and assess student learning outcomes.
• Maintain standards in teaching effectiveness.

Skills

Innovative teaching style

Ability to interpret instructions

Language skills

Mathematical skills

Technology integration

Education

Master’s Degree in ASL or related field

Job description

Overview

This is a position we anticipate filling for future semesters. Specific part-time teaching needs for future semesters may not be known until the end of class registration.

Position Information

Posting Number 07-2016

Position Title American Sign Language Instructor (part time)

Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job

Faculty facilitate student learning and initiate and participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success. As learning facilitators, faculty consistently assess learning outcomes and their own teaching effectiveness (pedagogy). As professionals, faculty adhere to the ethical standards of their profession as outlined, for example, by the NEA and the State of Michigan. Where applicable, faculty maintain licensure and certifications.

Specific Teaching Assignment: Faculty member will be responsible for teaching courses in American Sign Language (ASL).

Qualifications

1. Master’s Degree in teaching ASL or a directly related field from an accredited institution. Or, Master’s Degree in a related field plus a minimum of 18 graduate hours in American Sign Language or the teaching of American Sign Language.
2. One of the following certifications is required to verify ASL Proficiency: ASLPI 4.0, EIPA 4.0, BEI II, BEI III, NIC, and/or ASLTA
3. Understanding of and commitment to community college teaching, mission and philosophy.
4. Innovative, flexible and positive teaching style and understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
5. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
6. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
7. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
8. Technology Skills: Ability to integrate computer applications into teaching.
9. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and college objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish an maintain collegial relationships with students, peers, staff, and administrators; skill in oral and written communication.

A foreign degree must be certified, at the candidate’s expense, by a professional evaluation service.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

Two (2) years post-secondary ASL teaching experience.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

1. The employee must be able to move about 2/3 of the time and be stationary about 1/3 of the time. S/he is required to be mobile around campus for participant involvement/activities.
2. S/he must be able to converse with individuals on a regular basis with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret their needs via phone conversations, face-to-face conversations, or written documentation.
3. The employee must be able to utilize all programs on a computer independently and efficiently (particularly the internet, Word, and the student database).
4. S/he must be able to present information in an instructional setting and respond to questions from groups.
5. If applicable, must be able to tolerate frequent exposure to a wide variety of chemicals which are common to the industry. Must be able to handle and mix chemicals properly and safely; and wear appropriate gloves and other personal protective equipment.

Work Schedule

While part-time faculty are not required to hold regular office hours during the semesters they teach, they are required to make provisions for student consultations as may be necessary and reasonable.

Additional Information

Must be available to teach onsite; opportunities do not exist to teach online courses only.

If selected for an interview, candidates may need to provide a professional portfolio. Specific instructions will be shared prior to the interview.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

Selected candidates must submit to a drug test and criminal background check.

Application Deadline Information

The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Application Deadline Continuously accepting applications

Equal Opportunity Summary

As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, the College encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities. The College does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran’s status, age, disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform adequately, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Title IX Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC - 2030G), Flint, MI 48503, [phone]. Title II, ADA Coordinator: 1401 E. Court St., Curtice-Mott Complex (CM-1024), Flint, MI 48503, [phone]. Section 504 Coordinator: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC - 1130), Flint, MI 48503, [phone].

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you learn of this position?
  • CareerBuilder website
  • Chronicle of Higher Education website
  • HigherEdJobs website
  • Mott website
  • MI-HERC website
  • MLive website
  • Monster website
  • Professional Association website**
  • Professional Publication website**
  • Other website**
  • Newspaper**
  • Professional Publication**
  • Email notification from Mott Human Resources
  • Notified by current or former Mott employee**
  • Other**
• Do you have a Master’s Degree in teaching ASL or a directly related field from an accredited institution? Or, Master’s Degree in a related field plus 18 graduate hours in American Sign Language or the teaching of American Sign Language?
  • Yes
  • No
• Which of the following current certifications do you possess: ASLPI 4.0, EIPA 4.0, BEI I, BEI II, BEI III, NIC, and/or ASLTA
• Do you have 2 years of practical experience in interpreting and/or sign language teaching?
  • Yes
  • No