PT American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor Job at Inside Higher Ed in Norwalk

Overview

PT American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor position at Inside Higher Ed. This is a part-time role based in Norwalk, CA with the Modern Language Department in the Liberal Arts Division. The position closes on June 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $91.73 - $143.37 hourly. Job Type: Part Time.

Location and Department

Location: Norwalk, CA

Department: PT ASL Instructor-25

Division: Liberal Arts

Description

The district is committed to achieving staff diversity and equal opportunity employment. Applications from a diverse pool of qualified people are encouraged and examined without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Job Duties

ALL FACULTY SHALL:

• Maintain currency with current information, concepts, laws and ideas in their disciplines and with best practices in teaching and learning.
• Check mailbox, voicemail, and e-mail regularly.
• Complete the checkout form before leaving campus at the end of the academic term.
• Maintain student confidentiality as required by regulation and Board Policy 5040 titled Student Records and Directory Information.

All Faculty Who Are Assigned Classes Shall

• Teach all assigned classes unless excused under provisions of Board Policy.
• Teach all assigned classes for all scheduled minutes. In cases of necessary absence from class, notify the Instructional Dean or designee, or the Office of Academic Affairs in advance and have plans prepared so that a substitute can maintain continuity of course content.
• Teach courses in accordance with the course outlines of record.
• Provide opportunities for students to be aware of their progress.
• Submit a copy of the syllabus for each class to the Division Office.
• Keep accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and academic progress and submit them by published deadlines.
• Submit end-of-session grades, including supporting documentation, and attendance reports by the published deadlines.
• Submit required information about first-day, no-show students by the published deadlines.
• Submit textbook order information by the published deadlines. If the textbook is electronic or includes an electronic course pack, these conditions must be met: tests and exams must be available to students without charge; the text and course pack must be accessible to students with disabilities; the publisher must grant read-only access to designated college staff for evaluation; the text must be downloadable or printable.

Meet all classes during the final examination period and keep corrected final examination papers for at least one year after the term.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience. The professional experience must be directly related to the teaching assignment. Understanding of and sensitivity to meeting the needs of a diverse student population in terms of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic background.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in American Sign Language (ASL) or related discipline and two years of ASL teaching college experience
• Major in ASL Instruction, Applied Linguistics with ASL focus, ASL Linguistics, Deaf Studies, ASL-English Interpreter Education, or related field
• Demonstrated ability and experience teaching ASL at the post-secondary level
• ASLTA Certification or RID/NAD/EIPA certifications or equivalents
• Participation in professional growth activities (CIT, RID, ASLTA, NAD)
• Native or near-native fluency in ASL
• Excellent written English skills

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands

Physical requirements may be met with or without reasonable accommodations. Includes mobility, hand-eye coordination, visual and auditory abilities, and ability to lift under 30 lbs occasionally.

Conditions of Employment

Assignments contingent upon funding and enrollment. May include day, evening, and weekend classes. Requires fingerprints for criminal history clearance, original social security card, and negative TB test results. Faculty must be able to teach on-campus or remotely as assigned. Candidates must provide proof of California residency prior to employment. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and signing of loyalty oath per Government Codes 3100-3109. The district does not sponsor H-1B visas.

Application Procedure

Application materials must be submitted by the closing date. Notify Human Resources at least 72 hours prior to closing for special services. Applicants must provide transcripts or verification of degree(s) and credentials. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES-certified agency. All degrees must be from regionally accredited institutions.

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Copy of Unofficial Transcripts (showing all coursework and conferral date)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

How to Apply

To apply, visit the district job posting: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cerritosedu/jobs/4963534/pt-american-sign-language-asl-instructor

Equal Opportunity

The District ensures equal access to employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination in any program or activity on the basis of national origin, religion, age, sex or gender, race, color, medical condition, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or association with a person or group with one or more of these characteristics.