New River Community College
25-26 Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - American Sign Language
New River Community College, Fresno, California, United States, 93650
Position Summary
The department seeks qualified candidates to teach undergraduate courses in American Sign Language and other classes to fulfill student educational goals.
Instructor Responsibilities Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to university policies, preparation, delivery, execution, proctoring, and grading of lectures, office hours, assignments, quizzes, projects, and exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).
Conditional Appointment Appointments are contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to the order of assignment provisions in the CSU‑CFA collective bargaining agreement. Order of Work dictates that courses be assigned starting with tenure‑line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.
Compensation Commensurate with qualifications and experience within the salary range placement. The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master’s degree is $5,507‑$6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per academic term.
Anticipated Semester The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. It is a pool of part‑time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Apps may need to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining beyond that time must reapply.
Fall 2025: August 18 2025 – December 22 2025
Spring 2026: January 15 2026 – May 22 2026
Required Qualifications
Education: A Master’s degree in Sign Language Education or closely related field with ASLTA Certification.
Experience: Demonstrated commitment to excellence built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience at the undergraduate level, evidenced through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence.
Minimum of 3 years teaching American Sign Language and ASLTA Certification.
Application Procedures A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early as April 1, 2025 for a Fall 2025 assignment. Deadline is June 30, 2025 to be fully considered for Fall 2025 hiring.
Projected deadline for Spring 2025 hiring is October 31, 2025. Projected Job Announcement for 2025‑2026 Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2026.
Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu. Attach the following materials:
Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified to teach.
Curriculum vitae.
Names and contact information of at least three professional references.
Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.
Do not submit or attach letters. If considered for hire, the committee will request current letters of recommendation.
About the Campus California State University, Fresno is a forward‑looking and diverse institution located in California’s Central Valley. The campus is classified as an R2 “Doctoral Universities—High research activities” university per Carnegie Classification. Fresno State is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.
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Instructor Responsibilities Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to university policies, preparation, delivery, execution, proctoring, and grading of lectures, office hours, assignments, quizzes, projects, and exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).
Conditional Appointment Appointments are contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to the order of assignment provisions in the CSU‑CFA collective bargaining agreement. Order of Work dictates that courses be assigned starting with tenure‑line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.
Compensation Commensurate with qualifications and experience within the salary range placement. The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master’s degree is $5,507‑$6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per academic term.
Anticipated Semester The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed based on student enrollment and funding. It is a pool of part‑time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Apps may need to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining beyond that time must reapply.
Fall 2025: August 18 2025 – December 22 2025
Spring 2026: January 15 2026 – May 22 2026
Required Qualifications
Education: A Master’s degree in Sign Language Education or closely related field with ASLTA Certification.
Experience: Demonstrated commitment to excellence built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience at the undergraduate level, evidenced through prior teaching experiences and teaching evaluations or other evidence.
Minimum of 3 years teaching American Sign Language and ASLTA Certification.
Application Procedures A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early as April 1, 2025 for a Fall 2025 assignment. Deadline is June 30, 2025 to be fully considered for Fall 2025 hiring.
Projected deadline for Spring 2025 hiring is October 31, 2025. Projected Job Announcement for 2025‑2026 Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2026.
Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu. Attach the following materials:
Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified to teach.
Curriculum vitae.
Names and contact information of at least three professional references.
Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs.
Do not submit or attach letters. If considered for hire, the committee will request current letters of recommendation.
About the Campus California State University, Fresno is a forward‑looking and diverse institution located in California’s Central Valley. The campus is classified as an R2 “Doctoral Universities—High research activities” university per Carnegie Classification. Fresno State is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.
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