Part-Time Lecturer Classical and Modern Languages American Sign Language and Interpreting Studies Program (Pool Ad)

Department

• Modern
• Languages-JM
• Location:
• Belknap
• Campus
• Time
• Type:
• Part time
• Worker
• Type:
• Temporary (Fixed
• Term)
• Job
• Req ID:
• R108290
• Position
• Description: The Department of Classical & Modern Languages’ American Sign Language Interpreting Studies program at the University of Louisville invites applicants to join the pool of Part Time Lecturers. As part of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department offers a Bachelor of Science in American Sign Language Interpreting Studies. Part time lectures teach 1 or more courses, depending on program need. The courses could be ASL related courses or ASL/English related courses. We seek applicants prepared to teach face-to-face or online undergraduate courses who are committed to teaching excellence, program and curriculum development, leadership, and collaboration with faculty and staff. Active engagement with the Deaf community is expected. Qualifications Required MA or higher in ASL Education, ASL Linguistics, ASL Interpreting or other closely related field 2+ years of teaching ASL or ASL/English interpreting experience at the college level. Native or near-native proficiency in ASL Understanding of best teaching practices and instructional pedagogy Proficiency teaching in multiple modalities- face to face, hybrid, and online (synchronous and asynchronous) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to demonstrate ongoing reflective practice Preferred ASLTA certification Proficiency with various instructional technologies, preferably Blackboard, Zoom, and GoReact Evidence of involvement in broader institutional activities (e.g., committees, work groups) Proficient at navigating cross-cultural communication in an academic setting Involvement in the Deaf community Ability to develop creative learning activities to meet the needs of diverse learners Applicants must apply online. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion. Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions. Assistance and Accommodations Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208. If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258. The University of Louisville is committed to being a great place to work, learn and invest. It is a place where you will thrive in a community of inclusivity, cultivate your innovative power and work where you’ll discover your purpose. Join the Cardinal Family today. Learn more about the University at our About Us page.