Part Time Faculty Interest Pool - ASL / English Interpreting

PCC Portland Community College; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Oregon Sick Leave

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

PCC Portland Community College is seeking applicants for a Part-Time Faculty Interest Pool in ASL / English Interpreting. This is a unique opportunity for qualified individuals to potentially fill substitute and full-term positions as they arise during the Academic Year.

The ideal candidates will possess a Master’s Degree in a relevant field or an AAS/BA in Sign Language Interpretation, along with certification and experience in teaching. Eligible candidates must reside in Oregon or Washington.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Interpreting or related field or AAS/BA in Sign Language Interpretation with RID Certification.
• Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf required.
• Three years of teaching experience in college-level interpreting or ASL.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in sign language interpretation and ASL.
• Deliver lectures, develop course materials, and assess students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and participate in mentorship activities.

Skills

Native or near-native ASL proficiency

Teaching experience in American Sign Language

Curriculum development

Mentoring interpreters

Education

Master’s Degree in related field or AAS/BA with RID Certification

Job description

Position Overview

Portland Community College is accepting applications to be considered for a Part‑Time Faculty Interest Pool in ASL / English Interpreting. This is not a specific open position; applicants may be considered for substitute and full‑term class assignments as needs arise during the Academic Year.

Responsibilities

Part‑time faculty will teach courses in sign language interpretation and American Sign Language, including but not limited to ITP 180, 279, 281, 283, 284, 285, 267, 275, 273, 274, 275, 279, 281, 268, 268, 180, 279, 280. Responsibilities include delivering lectures and labs, developing course materials, assessing students, and contributing to curriculum development. Faculty may also participate in related instruction and mentorship activities within the program.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Interpreting, Interpreter Education, Intercultural Relations, Deaf Education, Linguistics, or a related field; or AAS/BA in Sign Language Interpretation with RID Certification.
• Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (CSC, CI/CT, NIC) or ASLTA certification.
• Current membership in the Conference of Interpreter Trainers (CIT).
• Three years of experience teaching interpreting or American Sign Language in credit courses at the college level.
• Native or near‑native ASL proficiency, to be assessed through a proficiency interview.
• Preferred: experience coordinating an academic program, working with part‑time faculty, developing curriculum, mentoring interpreters, and background in the Deaf community.

Eligibility

PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon or Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon establishing residence in either state.

EEO Statement

Portland Community College is an equal opportunity employer. We make hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.

Benefits

Part‑time faculty may be eligible for Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans through PCC. Additional eligibility and enrollment information is available at pcc.edu/hr/benefits.