Part-Time ASL Instructor – Inspire Deaf Culture

Kern Community College District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Part time

Job summary

Kern Community College District seeks an American Sign Language Instructor for the East Kern area as part of its part-time adjunct pool. The role involves teaching ASL, focusing on beginner conversation, culture, and history, with flexible day, evening, or weekend assignments.

The candidate must hold a bachelor or associate degree with related experience, or an equivalent combination. Courses may be offered at multiple campus sites, with varying hourly rates based on assignment and LHE

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher with 2 years related professional experience.
• OR Associate degree with 6 years related professional experience.
• Equivalent qualifications may be considered; submit an equivalence form.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach ASL concepts and classroom activities.
• Develop and implement ASL curriculum and assessments.
• Utilize diverse teaching methods across campus sites.
• Support recruitment and articulation with local schools and colleges.

Skills

Colleague collaboration

Student engagement

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Assessment of outcomes

Cultural competence

Technology familiarity

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Equivalent qualifications

Job description

Kern Community College District seeks an American Sign Language Instructor for the East Kern area as part of its part-time adjunct pool. The role involves teaching ASL, focusing on beginner conversation, culture, and history, with flexible day, evening, or weekend assignments.

The candidate must hold a bachelor or associate degree with related experience, or an equivalent combination. Courses may be offered at multiple campus sites, with varying hourly rates based on assignment and LHE