Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: American Sign Language

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated instructors for American Sign Language courses in a dynamic academic environment. This role involves teaching on-campus or online courses, with a focus on fostering inclusive learning principles and promoting educational equity. The position is fixed-term and non-tenure track, offering the potential for renewal based on performance. Join a vibrant community committed to global justice and social equity, where your contributions will shape the educational experience of diverse learners. If you're passionate about language education and making a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• MA or MAT in relevant field required.
• Evidence of college-level teaching experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer and teach undergraduate courses in American Sign Language.
• Hold regular office hours to assist students with coursework.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Curriculum Design

Educational Equity

Proficiency in American Sign Language

Native or near-native proficiency in English

Education

MA or MAT in relevant field

Job description

Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: American Sign Language

Applications will be considered throughout the 2024-2025 Academic Year.

When applying, you will be required to electronically upload the following documents:

1. A Curriculum Vitae;
2. Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position;
3. Evidence of teaching excellence, such as student, peer or mentor evaluations (Upload as Statement of Teaching).

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information, please contact:
Karen Mills
[e-mail]
[phone]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Position Information

Department: Department Sch Lang, Culture & Soc (CLA)

Position Title: Instructor

Job Title: Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: American Sign Language

Appointment Type: Academic Faculty

Job Location: Remote or Hybrid option? Yes

Job Summary

The School of Language, Culture, and Society invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructor positions for the 2025/2026 academic year. Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Director.

Instructors may be needed to teach on-campus or Ecampus undergraduate courses in American Sign Language. These appointments are fixed-term, non-tenure track, with the possibility of renewal beyond the first year at the discretion of the Director.

The School of Language, Culture, and Society includes Anthropology; Ethnic Studies; World Languages and Cultures; and Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies. The School has a central focus on global justice with emphases in social and environmental justice, food insecurity, and Latino/a studies.

Key Responsibilities

100% Instruction:
This position will administer and teach undergraduate courses in American Sign Language. Hold regular office hours to assist students with coursework and answer questions regarding curriculum.

What You Will Need

1. MA or MAT in the language specific to the course being taught, education, or a related field.
2. Evidence of teaching at the college and/or university level.
3. Native or near-native proficiency in English and the foreign language being taught.
4. Availability on short notice.
5. Evident commitment to educational equity.

What We Would Like You to Have

Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Statement of Teaching

Optional Documents

1. VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)