Faculty (American Sign Language)

Gallaudet University; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallaudet University’s American Sign Language Department seeks a non-tenure track faculty member to teach ASL and related programs. The appointment emphasizes exemplary pedagogy, mentorship of students, and active engagement in scholarship.

Requirements include a Master’s degree, at least three years of postsecondary teaching in sign language and Deaf culture, native-like ASL, and ASLPI 4 (or SLPI Advanced Plus). Preference for ASLTA certification and technology/digital media skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., sign language studies, linguistics, education).
• At least 3 years of postsecondary teaching in sign language and Deaf culture.
• Demonstrated native- or near-native fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
• ASLPI proficiency level of 4 or SLPI Advanced Plus, or native-like proficiency in another sign language with at least 3+ on ASLPI.
• Proficiency with technology and digital media production.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses for the ASL Department and related programs.
• Develop curriculum to support learning outcomes for the ASL program.
• Advise and mentor students and assist with internships.

Skills

ASL Fluency

Curriculum Development

Student Mentorship

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Digital Media Production

Educational Technology

Job description

OVERVIEW

Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, and multicultural institution of higher education dedicated to the intellectual and professional advancement of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud tradition of research and scholarly activity and prepares graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world. As part of the university, the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center is a federally funded center that operates exemplary elementary and secondary education programs for deaf and hard of hearing students as well as national outreach programs which develop and disseminate innovative curricula, instructional techniques, and products nationwide, and provide information, training, and technical assistance to parents and professionals serving children from birth through age 21.

Job Title

Faculty (American Sign Language)

Worker Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salary

Exempt Status: Yes

Salary Range: Faculty

Supervisory Organization (Department): Language, Education & Culture

Summary

Gallaudet’s American Sign Language Department in the School of Language, Education & Society seeks a non-tenure track faculty member to teach within the American Sign Language Department, School of Language, Education, and Culture and/or the General Education program. This individual will be instrumental in modeling exemplary pedagogy and engage colleagues & students in scholarships and other professional activities in some of these following areas of inquiry: sign language studies, language acquisition, language rights, language planning, and linguistic diversity.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses for the American Sign Language Department, School of Language, Education, and Cultureand/or the General Education program
• Develop curriculum to support the ASL program’s student learning outcomes.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Assist with internship placements.
• Assist with program assessment, student recruitment and retention efforts.
• Serve on Department and University committees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Earned Master’s degree in a related field, including but not limited to sign language studies, language pedagogy, linguistics, applied linguistics, education, policy, language planning and critical literacy studies.
• At least 3 years of postsecondary teaching experience in the fields of sign language and Deaf culture.
• Demonstrated native or native-like fluency in American Sign Language.
• Submit evidence of American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) proficiency level of 4 or (Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) level of Advanced Plus rating.
• Individuals with native-like fluency in another sign language would be required to demonstrate at least a rating of 3+ on the ASLPI.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology & digital media production.
• Demonstrated awareness of and commitment to support the multilingual and multicultural dimensions of the Deaf experience and community.
• Potential for outstanding teaching, service or scholarship.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Possession of American Sign Language Teachers Association certification is preferred.

Additional Position Details

• Starting August 2027
• Rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Appointment will be for a nine-month academic year.

If you have any questions, please contact [e-mail].

Application Materials

• [upload all to the Resume/CV attachment field during the application process]
• Official graduate transcripts
• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of application explaining why you are a good fit for this position and for Gallaudet
• One piece of evidence of a relevant scholarly contribution (e.g., published conference presentation, scholarly publication, curriculum development, report) and a video publication)
• ASLPI or SLPI rating
• A video of up to three minutes and a one-page written summary of your teaching philosophy statement.
• A video of up to three minutes and a one-page written summary of your diversity statement.
• Names and contact information of three references [we will solicit letters for candidates who advance beyond the first round]

Other Important Information

The successful candidate will undergo a background check that must be cleared prior to working at Gallaudet University.

Equal Opportunity

Gallaudet University is an equal opportunity employer/educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, hearing status, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other unlawful basis. This policy is in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the District of Columbia Human Rights Act, and other applicable laws and applies to all procedures affecting applicants and employees including, but not necessarily limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, reassignment, reappointment, tenure, demotion, selection for training, layoff, furlough, and termination, compensation, and all other conditions or privileges of employment.

About Gallaudet

Gallaudet University is a world-class institution with a rich history of transformation and impact. For more than 150 years, Gallaudet has been the political, social, and economic engine of the signing community.