Pool Adjunct Faculty, ASL Interpreting Preparation Program

Position: Applicant Pool for Adjunct Faculty, ASL Interpreting Preparation Program
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Position Title:

Applicant Pool for Adjunct Faculty, ASL Interpreting Preparation Program

Job Description:

Faculty in this position will teach college-level American Sign Language (ASL)
-English Interpreting skills within the established curriculum appropriately matched to the instructor's experience and skills. Preference will be given to applicants who are members within the deaf community for classes specific to deaf culture where appropriate. The applicant must be fluent in ASL-English and up to date on best practices in the interpreting profession. Applicant must be aware of current pedagogy in the teaching of college students, and will be responsible for the preparation and teaching of classes.

Should be familiar with the values of Owens Community College.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

* Successful teaching in this learner-centered environment requires knowledge as well as the ability to design, implement, manage, and assess courses taught in a variety of instructional modes. Each faculty member is required to demonstrate knowledge and skills in ASL-English Interpreting. In addition, applicant must be able to:

* Use instructional and discipline-specific technology

* Design courses that effectively meet student and curricular needs

* Accommodate students with varying backgrounds and learning styles

* Develop and use syllabi within College/School guidelines

* Deliver course content successfully

* Manage courses, ensuring students receive regular feedback and college reports are submitted in a timely fashion

* Meet all classes or provide appropriate alternatives

* Maintain professional relationships with students

* Be familiar with current pedagogical strategies that enhance critical thinking in students

* Provide external support for students and through cooperation with student services offices.

Demonstrate a Knowledge of:

* Deafness and its effect on language development in deaf and hard of hearing individuals

* The Americans with Disabilities Act

* Principles and practices of supervision and training

* Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures

* Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

* The interpreting process

* ASL-English analysis

* This position requires the individual to have native or near-native fluency in American Sign Language and strong skills in the following:

* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

* Strong teaching skillset in multiple modalities (face to face, synchronous web, and asynchronous web)

* Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

* Familiarity with appropriate instructional and course management software

* Strong aptitude to function in a collaborative environment

* This position requires the individual to have the ability to:

* Integrate a variety of methodologies in order to facilitate student learning

* Understand the needs of community college students

* Manage a classroom including organizing and presenting material, designing lessons and activities that will facilitate student learning, and monitoring student behavior and performance

* Follow instructions and meet deadlines

* Recognize students' strengths and weaknesses in learning

* Evaluate student work fairly using Department guidelines

Essential Functions:

TEACHES CLASSES:

* Develops a syllabus for the class using the assigned syllabus shell, including designing an evaluation procedure that falls within the parameters of the outline.

* Prepares lesson plans and conducts classes during the scheduled times using the Department-approved test(s) or OER.

* Follows Department guidelines for course content and best practices.

* Meets classes on all scheduled dates and during the assigned semester.

* Meets classes on time and holds classes for their fully allotted time.

* If teaching online, respects the Owens Community College Standards for Web Instruction.

* Uses appropriate classroom management techniques.

* Uses appropriate means and methods of technology.

CREATES AND MAINTAINS ASSIGNMENTS, EVALUATIVE MEASURS, AND RECORDS:

* Creates and evaluates assignments, evaluative measures, and activities appropriate to the class.

* Assigns grades to…