In-person American Sign Language (ASL) Adjunct Assistant Professor

Ocean County College; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 1,080,000 - 1,538,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NJ State Pension System participation

Tuition reimbursement/waiver

Job summary

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach during the semester at our Tom's River, NJ campus. The role requires delivering instruction that ensures student comprehension and engagement while following established syllabi and college policies.

Eligibility includes the listed degree paths and related professional experience. In-person teaching is required; residency in NJ/NY/PA is noted and visa sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• Proven communication and interpersonal skills.
• Recent technology experience as required by the position.
• Experience teaching at high school or college level or as trainer.
• Ability to adhere to college policies, syllabi andCanvas-based workflows.

Responsibilities

• Hold classes for all scheduled times and adhere to teaching policies.
• Submit syllabus and outline for approval before the start of class.
• Attend departmental meetings and participate in search committees as applicable.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Technology experience

Education

Master's degree in discipline

Master's in different discipline + 18 grad credits

Master's in different discipline + 2 years related experience or certification

Bachelor's degree + 5 years related experience or licensure

Job description

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Main Campus - Toms River, NJ

Job Type: Semester Based

Job Number: 202300408

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Arts & Humanities- Adjunct & PT Teachers

Opening Date: 03/30/2026

Closing Date: Continuous

The Position

Adjunct Faculty provide course instruction in a manner that ensures student comprehension, retention of knowledge and positive and effective student engagement. This position demonstrates an understanding of course content, appropriate instructional and communication methods and the importance of following established syllabi and adhering to College policies, guidelines and teaching requirements.

Classification: Adjunct Association

Instructional Duration: Semester Based

AY26: $950 / semester hour

Please Note: To be considered for this position, applicants must upload unofficial transcripts of their graduate degree as part of their application. Incomplete applications, including those without transcripts, will not be reviewed. Hand-typed 'transcripts' are not permitted. Should a candidate move forward, official transcripts will be requested later on in the process.

Residency Requirement: Adjunct candidates must be a resident of the following states: NJ, NY, or PA.

This is an in-person position, candidates must be able to teach in-person at our Tom's River location.

Ocean County College does not provide visa sponsorship.

What You Will Do

1. Holds classes for all scheduled times; including the last scheduled class and adheres to and meets all established college teaching policies, guidelines and standards
2. Adheres to course delivery requirements that are outlined in the official course description, master course syllabi/outline, class syllabi, and lab schedules as applicable; submits a course syllabus and course outline that must be approved by the School Dean seven calendar days prior to the start of class
3. May attend departmental meetings; and serve on search committees
4. Responds to invitations to make recommendations to the School Dean regarding the selection of textbooks or other required texts relative to the adjunct faculty member's appropriate academic discipline and teaching assignment
5. Completes grading of student assignments and exams within 5 days; submits final grades no later than 48 hours after the conclusion of their last day of class; remains available to students during the week following the posting of final grades as mutually determined by the School Dean and the adjunct faculty member
6. Participates in student learning outcomes assessment related to the adjunct's teaching assignment as directed by the School Dean
7. Adheres to all established College faculty and student absence and attendance policies, guidelines and requirements which includes the Adjunct Handbook
8. Prepares and maintains Canvas shells for assigned classes to include recording student attendance, posting assignment grades and exam grades, and communicates electronically to students
9. Completes related projects and duties as assigned

The Successful Candidate Must Have

1. Education - one of the following:
   • Master's Degree in the discipline;
   • Master's Degree in a different discipline with at least 18 graduate credits in the discipline;
   • Master's Degree in a different discipline, plus at least two years of directly related professional field experience and/or certification/licensure in the field of specialization;
   • Bachelor's Degree in the discipline, plus at least five years of directly related professional field experience and certification or licensure in the field.
2. Prior experience teaching at the high school or college level; or experience as a trainer or in conducting group presentations
3. Proven communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Recent technology experience as required of the position.

Even Better If You Have

1. Possess RID certification and/or 10+ years of active interpreting experience.

Ocean County College offers the following benefits to Adjunct Association Members:

• Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. This position qualifies for participation in the Alternate Benefit Program. For more information visit:
• Tuition Reimbursement/Waiver
  • Must teach eight (8) consecutive semesters to be eligible for educational assistance
  • OCC offers a limited tuition reimbursement for accredited graduate level courses as well as a limited non-credit OCC course reimbursement.
  • OCC credit course tuition is 50% off for all adjuncts and their eligible dependents.
• Ocean County College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer. Go to: for more information.
• Employee Assistance Program
  • OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.

Which of the following describes the type of Degree you currently possess:

• Master's or higher Degree in this discipline
• Master's or higher Degree in a different discipline with at least 18 graduate credits in this discipline
• Master's or higher Degree in a different discipline with two years of professional related experience in this field
• Certification in the field (NIC or related), plus Bachelor's degree in this discipline, plus at least five years experience in this field
• None of the above

What subject area are you applying to teach in?

What state do you reside in?

• Other state or location
• New Jersey (NJ)
• Pennsylvania (PA)
• New York (NY)
• FL (Florida)

Are you able to deliver instruction in person at our location in Toms River, NJ?

Required Question