Continuing Education Instructor - American Sign Language

mccneb; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan Community College seeks an American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor for its Continuing Education Division to develop and deliver engaging, accessible non-credit ASL courses for community members. The role emphasizes inclusive teaching and Deaf culture appreciation.

The instructor will create a welcoming environment and tailor courses for learners with varying ASL experience, from beginners to advanced, across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Fluency or advanced proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Strong knowledge of ASL grammar, vocabulary, and Deaf culture.
• Experience teaching ASL or language instruction preferred.
• Experience with diverse learners and varying language levels.
• Excellent communication, organization, and classroom-management skills.
• Ability to create an engaging, inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, accessible non-credit ASL courses.
• Create a welcoming learning environment to build practical communication skills.
• Adapt instruction for learners with varying ASL experience and levels.

Skills

ASL fluency

Teaching experience

Deaf culture knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Inclusive learning

Job description

Classification

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Minimum Pay

$0.00 Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

MCC's Continuing Education Division is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and engaging American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor to provide fun, enriching, and accessible learning opportunities for members of our community. This position will offer various teaching opportunities throughout the year and will be responsible for developing and delivering engaging, interactive, and accessible non-credit courses focused on learning and using American Sign Language.

The ASL Instructor will create a welcoming and supportive learning environment where students can develop practical communication skills while gaining an understanding and appreciation of Deaf culture and the Deaf community. Courses may be designed for learners with varying levels of ASL experience, from beginners to more advanced students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fluency or advanced proficiency in American Sign Language.
• Strong knowledge of ASL grammar, vocabulary, conversational conventions, and Deaf culture.
• Previous experience teaching ASL, working with ASL learners, or providing language instruction preferred.
• Experience working with diverse learners and varying levels of language proficiency.
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and classroom-management skills.
• Ability to create an engaging, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Commitment to respecting Deaf culture and the diversity of the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

This position will have random teaching opportunities throughout the year.

MCC holds classes at multiple locations throughout the Metro area including Fremont and Blair.

Most classes are held weeknights and weekends.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.