(Full-time) American Sign Language Instructor

Shasta College; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 63,500 - 134,784; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

State Teachers Retirement System participation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Shasta College in Redding is seeking a full-time college instructor committed to fostering student success through effective teaching and innovative educational practices. The role includes responsibilities such as delivering lectures, developing course materials, and participating in faculty governance.

Candidates should hold at least a Bachelor’s degree with professional experience, and excel in communication and collaboration. The position offers competitive benefits, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience for candidates with a Bachelor’s degree.
• Six years of professional experience for candidates with an Associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes and participate in instructional improvement.
• Develop and implement course instruction.
• Provide regular feedback to students and maintain office hours.

Skills

Effective communication

Course design

Collaborative teaching

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

OVERVIEW

Shasta College is committed to providing its diverse student population with equitable education outcomes and contributing to the social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development of our communities. The college has been recognized as a leader in developing innovative education programs aimed at increasing student success.

DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under administrative leadership, the full‑time college instructor will teach classes and participate in processes that continuously improve instruction and programs, student success and completion, and advance the vision, mission and values of Shasta College.

CLASSIFICATION

• Placement on the current Faculty Salary Schedule is commensurate with previous education and experience.
• Full‑time instructional faculty are contracted to work 175 days per year, including 164 days of classroom instruction and 11 days of professional growth and development.
• Instructional days: approximately 82 days over 17 weeks in the Fall and Spring semesters.
• Salary (2025‑2026): $63,500.44 – $104,109.10 per year.
• Salary (2024‑2025): $63,500.44 – $134,784.25 per year.
• $2,000 per year doctorate differential.
• Participation in the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS).

START DATE

This position is anticipated to start at the beginning of the Fall 2026 semester and may require teaching online.

BENEFITS

Holiday and sick time will be provided. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance (shared cost on a pre‑tax basis) and an employee assistance program (EAP).

• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 403(b) and 457 Retirement Plans
• Section 125 Plan, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Day Care Accounts
• Disability Income Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accident Only Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance

SUPERVISOR

Dean of Arts, Communications, and Social Sciences or designee.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Classroom Responsibilities

• Meet classes or laboratories as assigned within the academic calendar.
• Develop and implement instruction for each course and lab period, consistent with official course outlines and district guidelines.
• For online and hybrid courses, maintain course components and deliver content as required.
• Provide regular student‑student and student‑instructor contact for online and hybrid courses.
• Distribute a syllabus during the first week of class detailing objectives, grading, testing, attendance, and other requirements.
• Provide timely feedback to students and return graded work promptly.
• Assign final grades in accordance with district policy, California Education Code, and Title 5.
• Demonstrate respect for student rights.
• Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner.
• Refer students to tutoring and related services when appropriate.
• Supervise students in off‑campus activities when required.
• Offer academic assistance during scheduled office hours.
• Participate in professional development to stay current in the discipline.
• Submit required administrative paperwork, including student learning outcomes.
• Perform discipline‑specific classroom duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Schedule and maintain office hours and communicate them clearly.
• Participate in participatory governance through committees.
• Participate in curriculum review and develop new courses as needed.
• Engage in program review and annual planning.
• Participate in selection (hiring) processes when needed.
• Attend and participate in department and division meetings.
• Assess learning outcomes and engage in related processes.
• Continue professional skill development.
• Meet all flexibility requirements per the collective bargaining agreement.
• Participate in evaluation processes as outlined in the agreement.
• Maintain and submit official records required by district policy.
• Abide by district property and safety policies.
• Report absences due to illness or personal necessity.
• Recommend purchases of instructional supplies and equipment as needed.
• Fulfill obligations under the current collective bargaining agreement.
• Perform discipline‑specific additional duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE

• Work effectively with colleagues in an innovative, teaching‑focused environment.
• Collaborate with a diverse student population of varying skill levels and goals.
• Design and deliver courses in multiple modalities (in‑person, online, hybrid).
• Participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges, and universities.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain subject‑matter currency.
• Assess student learning outcomes.
• Explore new technologies and teaching practices that benefit students.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socio‑economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Commit to the California community college mission.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Education Required: Bachelor's degree or higher with two years of professional experience, or an associate degree with six years of professional experience. Professional experience is required for candidates with a master’s degree and must be directly related to the teaching assignment.

Experience Required:

• Demonstrated sensitivity and understanding of diverse academic, socio‑economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds.

EEO STATEMENT

Shasta‑Tehama‑Trinity Joint Community College District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, is also prohibited.