American Sign Language Interpreting Instructor

Department:

Communication Sciences and Disorders

Job Summary:

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Mississippi invites applications for an American Sign Language/Interpreting Instructor. This is a nine-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Instructor. Applicants must hold a master's degree, or its equivalent, in American Sign Language instruction, interpreting, Deaf Studies, or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate native or near-native proficiency in American Sign Language. Previous teaching experience, particularly at the postsecondary level, professional interpreting experience, and state-level or national interpreter certification are preferred.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will teach courses in the American Sign Language Interpreting Minor program on the Oxford, Mississippi campus. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of Deaf culture and the cultural and linguistic foundations of American Sign Language, as well as an understanding of professional and ethical practices relevant to ASL instruction and interpreting. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate American Sign Language courses, prepare students to communicate effectively and appropriately with ASL users, and to work professionally with individuals and communities they may encounter in interpreting settings. Additional responsibilities may include contributing to curriculum development and program activities, advising and mentoring students, participating in departmental and university service, and maintaining current knowledge of professional standards and practices in American Sign Language instruction and interpreting.

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled or until an adequate applicant pool is established. The start date is negotiable. Applicants must apply online at https://careers.olemiss.edu and must include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the contact information of three professional references; no paper copies will be accepted. For additional information about this position, please contact Ronda Bryan (rbryan@olemiss.edu). Official transcripts must be received before hire. The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA / Minorities / Females / Vet / Disability / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Title VI / Title VII / Title IX/504 / ADA / ADEA employer.

The University of Mississippi is a member of the Southeastern Conference and is included in the elite group of Doctoral Universities – R1, or Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Over the last 12 years, the University of Mississippi has been continuously recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for by The Chronicle of Higher Education. The School of Applied Sciences, located on the University of Mississippi campus in Oxford, MS (https://olemiss.edu/), is an inclusive home to approximately 150 faculty and staff, over 2,600 students, six academic departments, four centers and an institute. The School currently serves 10 undergraduate, 10 master’s and 4 doctoral programs (https://sas.olemiss.edu/). The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Mississippi vision includes an exemplary educational experience that prepares the next generation of clinicians, researchers, scholars, and leaders in the field of communication sciences and disorders. The American Sign Language Interpreting Minor is designed to prepare students to pursue state level interpreter credentialing.

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Job Responsibilities:

Persons with the rank of instructor shall be hired for teaching duties but shall not be tenure track. The contracts will be renewable at the discretion of the University. The individual chosen will perform the function of teaching with renewable contracts. Not eligible for tenure.

Education Qualifications:

Master's: American Sign Language

Experience:

Relevant experience

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.