OPS Introduction to Sign Language Instructor

POSITION DETAILS

Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.

Classification

Title:

Other Professional (Support/Service)

Working Title: OPS Introduction to Sign Language Instructor, Continuing Education Noncredit Instructor

Department: Conferences & Continuing Educ

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $35-$45

Pay Basis: Hourly

Noncredit courses are short-term classes offered through the Division of Continuing Education. They are intended for students who want to gain general knowledge, learn a new skill, upgrade existing skills or develop personal interests. Instructors are part time and contracted per course to teach noncredit students on various personal enrichment or technical education classes.

Instructors are responsible for developing curriculum, delivering learning content, maintaining accurate attendance records, using teaching and learning strategies to optimize student performance and engagement, and complying with department and University policies and procedures.

Bachelor’s or higher degree in American Sign Language (ASL) or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.

Bachelor’s or higher degree in American Sign Language (ASL) or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.

Excellent communication skills including fluency in ASL as well as verbal and written fluency in English. The ideal candidate will be flexible and creative with experience teaching in both face-to-face and online learning environments. Experience in professional groups related to language ability is a plus, as is experience with language-related curriculum development.

• Physical Requirements: No unusual physical requirement. Requires no heavy lifting and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.
• Impact of Deadlines: Routine deadlines. Usually sufficient lead time. Variance in work volume, seasonal, and predictable. Priorities can be anticipated. Some interruptions are present. Involves occasional exposure to demands/pressures from persons other than immediate sup.
• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Reaching with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climbing or balancing: Never
• Stooping: Never
• Use of hands to handle objects: Occasionally
• Lifting up to 10lbs: Occasionally
• Lifting up to 25lbs: Never
• Lifting over 25lbs: Never
• Talking as express or exchange of ideas verbally: Daily
• Hearing as perceive sound by ear: Daily
• Vision as distinguish colors & depth: Occasionally

Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:

• This position requires a criminal background screen.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Hours: Dependent on course

FTE: 0.05

Preferred Response Date: 05/01/2026