Adjunct Faculty - Sign Language (Spring 2027)

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Location: Central Arizona College- Signal Peak Campus - Coolidge, AZ Job Type: Adjunct Faculty Department: Literary Arts and Languages Division Job Summary The Languages Department of the Literary Arts & Languages Division is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach Sign Language courses face to face at our Signal Peak Campus in Coolidge, AZ. Seeking applicants to teach one or more of the following areas of study, including:Sign Language I (SLG 101) (4 credits) Sign Language II (SLG 102) (4 credits) Responsibilities Teaching/Preparation/Evaluation:Teach assigned classes in accordance with college policy and in the assigned modalities, including face-to-face, online synchronous (live streaming), online asynchronous, hybrid (online & face-to-face), Weekend College, accelerated, evening or late start classes on any campus, site or center as directed by division chair or program director. Provide and present information, content, and context through lecture, laboratory, recitation, seminars and/or other learning venues utilizing a variety of teaching/learning styles as appropriate to the course content. Employ a variety of assessment tools; evaluate grades and comment on student work in a timely fashion in order to facilitate and ensure student progress throughout the course. Communicate with students as appropriate. This may include email, online discussions, virtual chats within the Learning Management System, instant messaging (IM), telephone and/or face-to-face consultations to provide frequent feedback. Refer students to appropriate college and community services when needed. Communicate to students when and how you will be available to assist students outside of scheduled class time. Maintain records of student progress and performance; complete and return required reports to the appropriate office by established due date. Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director. Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting. 2. College/Community Service and Shared Governance:Recognize the goals and mission of the college to maintain a positive professional and educational environment that promotes student success and enhances community relations. 3. Professional Development: Are invited to attend and participate in professional development activities. Cultivate development of instructional programs and knowledge of trends, pedagogy, andragogy, and new technologies. Participate in the evaluation process as defined by Policies and Procedures. Salary: $900 per credit hour Qualifications Education And Experience:Master's degree in a related field. Sign Language teaching experience desired. OR18 hours of credit in a related field with Master's degree in any field or relevant work experience. Sign Language teaching experience desired Salary: $900 per Credit Hour Desirable QualificationsPossess, or be willing to obtain within one year, Provisional Level Certification from the American Sign Language Teachers Association (ASLTA); ASL Fluency at Native/Near-Native levels: Or a score of 4+ or 5 on the ASL Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) Or 5 years documented use of ASL in the deaf community Two years professional experience teaching ASL to post-secondary students of diverse ages and from diverse backgrounds. Documented formal training in teaching the Signing Naturally Curriculum. LMS knowledge of Blackboard Ultra Qualified Deaf applicants and/or those with native or near native-like skills and direct experience in the American Deaf community are strongly encouraged to apply. Background Verification: As a condition of employment, all candidates accepting an offer of employment for a full-time, part- time, temporary, student worker, or volunteer position, will be required to undergo a Background Verification. Employment with Central Arizona College is contingent upon the successful completion of the background verification. The level the background verification for this position is: Standard level. Application Requirements: Application must include the following documents:Cover Letter (Letter of Interest) Current Curriculum Vitae Unofficial Transcripts reflecting the required degree or course work Review Period: Applications for this position will be reviewed and considered on a first-come, first-serve basis until filled. Subsequent applications after the position has been filled will remain in the part-time pool. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Be current in subject area and possess the ability to develop, prepare, and evaluate instructional materials that promote learning, along with the willingness to utilize alternative teaching techniques and instructional technology where appropriate. CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti?discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including sex assigned at birth, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), age, physical or mental disability, citi

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