Part-time Faculty Pool: American Sign Language Job at Merced College in Merced

Overview

Part-time Faculty Pool: American Sign Language

Salary: $65.60 - $84.79 Hourly

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 20250005

Closing: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced College, CA

Department: English and Humanities

Open pool for academic year 2025-2026
Additional Compensation for Doctorate

Merced College is recruiting for an open pool of part-time faculty in American Sign Language for the 2025-2026 academic year. This pool supports instructional needs with potential assignments under the general direction of the Dean of English and Humanities.

About Merced College

Founded in 1962, Merced College focuses on student success through high-quality instruction and community engagement. Merced is in California’s Central Valley, offering a balance of urban amenities and small-town charm with access to nearby attractions and regions.

General Description

This is a part-time instructional assignment under the general direction of the Dean of English and Humanities. The maximum teaching load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours.

Examples of Duties

• Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
• Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
• Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g., grades and syllabi)
• Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations
• Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods
• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in the development and review of curriculum
• Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
• Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
• Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
• Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes

Typical Qualifications

Required:

• Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a Master's degree
• Bachelor's degree from an acceptable accredited institution AND two (2) years of professional experience that is directly related to the faculty member's teaching assignment OR
• Associate's degree from an acceptable accredited institution AND six (6) years of professional experience
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting duties, staff shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply: Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages.

Required Documentation:

• Letter of interest addressing qualifications (cover letter)
• Resume
• List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
• Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include degree major and date the degree was granted
• Diversity Statement: describe how professional experience would contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Limit to one page.
• If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation by an approved organization
• If applicable, Equivalency Review Form (required for equivalency applicants)

Only the required documentation will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documents will be removed from the application profile.

Interview Information: Highly qualified applicants will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be invited to interview. Interviews will be scheduled on site.

Employee Benefits: Sick leave accrues for part-time hourly faculty; 1 hour of sick leave for every 20 hours of paid service.

Condition of Employment: Selected candidate must be fingerprinted and TB tested at own expense before employment. All offers are subject to Board of Trustees approval. Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations. Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations during the application process.

Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, visit the Merced College job page for Part-time Faculty Pool – American Sign Language.

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