Inside Higher Ed is hiring: ASL (American Sign Language) Adjunct in Bremerton

Overview

Olympic College seeks faculty who are dedicated to student-centered learning and to fostering an equitable and inclusive educational environment. A member of the Achieving the Dream Network, the College is committed to advancing excellence by leading with racial equity, to maximize student potential across all populations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a track record of employing culturally-responsive pedagogy, utilizing disaggregated data to guide instruction, and teaching and mentoring minoritized student populations.

Olympic College enrolls a racially and socioeconomically diverse student body of approximately 10,500 students annually. A comprehensive community college, we offer instruction in Basic Studies to include awarding a high school diploma, GED preparation, and English to Speakers of Other Languages; academic transfer and workforce education degrees and certificates; four applied baccalaureate degrees, and community education in our two-county region.

Essential Functions

Olympic College is recruiting an adjunct faculty to join the Social Sciences & Humanities Division as part-time American Sign Language faculty. The position will primarily teach ASL 121, 122, and 123, with the possibility of teaching ASL 101 (Fingerspelling and Numbering). Teaching will be in-person, daytime and evening, on the Bremerton and Satellite campuses when required. Responsibilities include:

• Teach daytime and evening in-person classes on the Bremerton and Satellite campuses when required.
• Provide quality teaching, including related preparation, grading, and record keeping.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes by the first day of classes and to the division office as requested.
• Identify individual learning needs of students and adjust learning environments and activities to meet those needs.
• Punctually communicate with students, faculty, staff and administrators.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Deaf Studies or related field; OR
• CTE Certification AND minimum of two years’ teaching experience
• Extensive coursework or experience in American Sign Language
• Education or experience with Deaf culture and deafness
• Relevant teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ASL and/or Deaf Studies
• College teaching experience

Employment Details

Salary: $5,000 - $6,000 per 5-credit

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Dean of Social Sciences & Humanities

Terms of Employment: This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load. Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire; eligibility may accrue after meeting load requirements.

Additional Information

Eligibility and Compliance: Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Transcripts: Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of employment. Applicants may be required to provide additional materials as part of the application process.

Equity Statement: Olympic College seeks candidates who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment. Applicants are asked to submit a brief statement (about 500 words) describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education and their potential contributions as an employee.

How To Apply

Required: To be considered, apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following materials: Online Application, Resume, Cover Letter, Unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate. Official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of employment.

Suggested Materials: Syllabi from recent courses taught; recent professional letters of recommendation.

EEO Statement

Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Federal Rehabilitation Act. Specific inquiries should be directed to Carroll McWhorter at 360-475-7301.