Part-Time American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor (Pool)

West Valley-Mission Community College District

Saratoga (CA)

On-site

USD 38,464 - 55,582

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A community college district is seeking a Part-Time American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor to teach lecture-discussion courses in various formats. The position is part of a faculty pool for Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters, with duties including instruction, evaluation, and record maintenance. Candidates must possess relevant degrees or credentials and demonstrate sensitivity to diverse backgrounds. Salary ranges from $38,464 to $55,582 per semester based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

Possession of required degrees or credentials.
Experience in related professional roles preferred.
Sensitivity to diverse academic and socio-economic backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction for assigned courses.
Maintain accurate records.
Submit attendance rosters and grade reports.

Skills

Understanding of diverse backgrounds

Instructional skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or related professional experience

Associate's degree with related experience

California Community College Instructor's Credential

Job description

Part‑Time American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor (Pool)

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Application Information

Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested: (1) completed online West Valley‑Mission Community College District application; (2) Resume; (3) unofficial copies of transcripts; (4) District Equivalency Application (if applicable); (5) any requested licenses or certificates (if applicable).
All sections of the online application, including Education and Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly.
Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in the application.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Do NOT send unrequested materials; unrequested materials will not be used for consideration.
The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application carefully and completely.

About Transcripts

If a minimum requirement is possession of a degree, a copy of transcripts must be included with your application to verify the degree. If no transcripts are included, the application may be screened as not meeting minimum requirements.
Degrees must be awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post‑Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.
Candidates with degrees earned outside the United States must provide official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service and must submit the U.S. evaluation (course‑by‑course of the transcripts) with your application.
If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript, you can get it scanned at an office supply or copy store and attach the electronic version to your online application.
Copies of diplomas, grade reports, graduation petitions, transcript evaluations requests, or similar documents WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of transcripts.
When uploading transcripts, please ensure they are NOT encrypted, secured, or password‑protected; otherwise they will be rejected by the system.

Equivalency Information

Applicants applying under equivalency bear the responsibility of submitting the District’s Equivalency Application form with details and evidence of the factors (academic preparation and/or experience) that they believe to be equivalent of the required qualifications for this position. Application(s) for equivalency are required if degrees are not in the exact discipline required.

ONLY complete the Request for Equivalency application if your degree does not match the discipline(s) stated in the Minimum Qualifications.
List accurately and completely the courses taken that match the requirements of the required degree.
Do NOT attach documents such as course evaluations.

Contact

Office of Human Resources, Attn: Recruitment
14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070
Phone: (408) 741‑2174
Fax: (408) 741‑2564
Email: careers@wvm.edu

Position Information

Position Title: Part‑Time American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor (Pool)

Campus: West Valley College

Position Summary

Part‑time, associate faculty pool position comprised of teaching lecture‑discussion courses during day, evening or Saturday, and/or in an online/distance‑education format as needed during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. The position is represented by the West Valley‑Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT), AFT 6554.

Assignment

This assignment may require teaching lecture‑discussion courses during day, evening or Saturday and/or in an online/distance‑education format as needed during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full‑time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $38,464–$55,582 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching, and related experience.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education – Possess any one of the following:

Any bachelor’s degree AND two years of related professional experience; OR
Any associate’s degree AND six years of related professional experience; OR
A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in American Sign Language; OR
The equivalent of the above.

2. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socio‑economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.

Desired Qualifications

Not applicable.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in‑class or online/distance education activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class and/or online, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college.
Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports.
Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.
Maintain office hours each week, at 0.5 hours per week per section.
Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college.
Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook.
Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.
Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members’ area of expertise.
Work cooperatively within the college community.
Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community.
Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of each individual.

Other Duties

None specified.

Selection Process

Applications will be screened by appropriate department representatives on an as‑needed basis. Qualified applicants who best meet the needs of the division will be contacted for an interview.
Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.
Applications will remain in our online system for 1 year. Each year, part‑time pools will be refreshed and applicants will be notified of the opportunity to re‑submit application.
Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.
The district reserves the right to contact former, current, the most recent employers, and others to investigate past employment records of applicants.
Upon hire, the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.
Prior to employment, the selected candidate must submit official transcripts.
The district does not provide visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

West Valley‑Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforce who will contribute to an inclusive and welcoming educational and employment environment. The District is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, and medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Posting Number: FY15/16‑012POOL
Open Date: 06/11/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes

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