Instructor of American Sign Language

POSITION SUMMARY:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by:
November 1, 2026

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date:
September 16, 2027

Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:

Job Family Group:
Faculty Division/Department:
College of Arts & Humanities/Spanish & American Sign Language program

Compensation Range: $55,530 - $58,930 for 1.0 FTE or prorated for decreased FTE (Instructor YIR 1-4) commensurate with experience in a comparable faculty appointment and according to the SOU faculty collective bargaining agreement

Faculty Classification of Instruction Programs (CIP) Code anticipated: 16.01, Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and ServicesFLSA Status:
Exempt Appointment Basis: 9 month

Time Type:
Full-time Benefits Eligible:
Yes Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration:
Renewable This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check:
Yes Work Location Type:
On Campus Worker Status:
Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorshipSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

Finalist Candidates for faculty positions shall provide copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the search committee at the time they are notified that they are a finalist.

Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; (2) current resume/CV; (3) teaching philosophy; (4) names and contact information for three professional references .

- PLEASE NOTE - during the application process, you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled "Resume." Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment, OR upload each item separately in this section. Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration.

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POSITION

DESCRIPTION:

The College of Arts & Humanities at Southern Oregon University (SOU) is seeking candidates for a .545 to 1.0 FTE (depending on the needs of the program, instructor’s experience and courses able to teach), nine month, professional-track, Instructor.

Teaching responsibilities include first and second year American Sign Language and other classes as needed, such as courses on Deaf Culture, Special Education and/or other proposed language/education classes.

Other responsibilities include advising, curriculum development, professional affiliations as appropriate, and other responsibilities as assigned.

We offer excellent comprehensive health and retirement benefits. The start date is September 2027 and the position will be open until filled with priority.Southern Oregon University is a public liberal arts institution of approximately 2,000 undergraduate and 250 graduate students. The surrounding area is known for cultural offerings such as the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Ashland International Film Festival, and the Britt Music Festival.

The region is noted for its unparalleled biodiversity and natural beauty. The university lies in close proximity to the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument, mountain lakes, the Rogue River and the Pacific Crest Trail. The Rogue Valley is renowned for outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and biking and rafting.

Minimum Qualifications Initial appointment at the rank of Instructor requires a Master’s degree from an accredited institution in the discipline taught, or equivalent thereof and demonstrated teaching potential.

Demonstrated fluent and…