Adjunct Faculty, American Sign Language - English Interpreting; ASL-EI

Position: Adjunct Faculty, American Sign Language - English Interpreting (ASL-EI)
Position Title Adjunct Faculty, American Sign Language - English Interpreting (ASL-EI) Job Category Job Type (Part-Time) Adjunct Faculty Supervisor's Title Dean of Professional Programs Location District Office, Davenport (05)

Job Description

This posting is for various part-time ASL, American Sign Language position needs located throughout the EICC district, for the 2025 term(s).

The schedule(s) vary, so if interested please apply and/or reach out to discuss how EICC's course needs could align with your availability.

Responsible for teaching interpreting-related courses and assessing learning outcomes in Deaf Studies certificate and ASL-EI AAS degree. Assignments may include alternative delivery methods, evening courses, and multiple sites. Must demonstrate excellence in teaching and service. Must demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of the community college.

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Required Qualifications

Education:

Must meet one of the following degree requirements in Deaf Studies, American Sign Language (ASL), or a related field.

1. Possess a baccalaureate or graduate degree in Deaf Studies, ASL, sign language interpreter, or a related field.

2. Possess an associate degree in Deaf Studies or ASL field and have at least 3,000 hours of recent and relevant work experience in the area.

Fluent in Sign Language:
Proficiency in ASL-English is essential. The faculty member should be fluent in ASL-English and have experience as an ASL interpreter.

State Certification:
Iowa Board of Sign Language Interpreters and Transliterators licensure.

Knowledge of Deaf Culture: A strong understanding of deaf culture and incorporating cultural sensitivity and awareness into the classroom is essential.

Teaching

Experience:

Prior teaching experience, preferably in a college or educational setting, is preferred. Experience teaching interpreting or a related subject is a valuable asset.

Communication

Skills:

Effective communication skills are essential for teaching ASL. The faculty member should be able to convey complex concepts related to ASL and Deaf culture to students of varying levels.

Continuing

Education:

A commitment to staying current with developments in ASL education and Deaf culture through continuing education and professional development is often expected

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands

Considerable learned physical skill is required to perform sign language. Certain coordinated finger, limb or body movement must be performed routinely in the course of regular work. Extended standing or sitting required. Constant repetitive motion and mental processing may be required which could lead to fatigue.

Salary $700 per credit hour, EICC retirees $1000 per credit hour Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction

* Teaches courses in accordance with outcomes identified in the established course development model. Uses effective and appropriate instructional delivery methods.

* Participates in the design of appropriate courses and programs of instruction. Utilizes appropriate process to maintain currency of curriculum and collaborates in the development and revision of curriculum as needed.

* Demonstrates satisfactory preparation and meets with classes as scheduled.

* Demonstrates rapport with students.

* Solicits and uses student feedback in all classes to improve teaching and learning practices.

* Establishes a clear and accurate syllabus for each class. Posts syllabus in CANVAS. Communicates course objectives, instructional processes, evaluation policies and methods, and attendance policies to students.

* Evaluates and records student performance and achievement on a regular basis and provides feedback to students.

* Establishes and maintains appropriate office hours to assist students and provide feedback.

* Collaborates with support services to assist student success in the classroom and meets recommended student/instructional accommodations as required.

* Monitors and communicates with students about academic progress. Collaborates with advising by monitoring student progress and referring at-risk students using early alert tools and/or other mechanisms. Maintains accurate attendance reports and delivers timely 4-week progress grades, midterm grades, and final grades.

* Participates in outcomes assessment measurements adopted by EICC. Plans and implements learning strategies appropriate for meeting student outcomes. Analyzes results of planning and teaching and makes appropriate revisions.

Involvement with the College and EICC District

* Serves on college and district committees, work groups, and task forces.

* Attends and participates in all scheduled faculty, college, district, and advisory meetings as appropriate.

* Assists college in the recruitment and retention of students.

* Serves as an active department team member.

* Demonstrates professionalism at all times

* Supports the EICC mission, values and belief in high expectations and high aspirations.

Professional Development

* Retains professional qualifications (including…