Tyler Junior College Looking for Adjunct Professor, American Sign Language Full Time

Location: 1327 S Baxter Ave, Tyler

Job Type: Part-Time Temporary

Job Number:
00310

Department: Interpreter Training

Number of Months:
4.5

Description

The Adjunct Professor, American Sign Language is a part-time, 4.5-month faculty position
responsible to the Department Chair, Sign Language Interpreting and Dean, School of Professional & Technical Programs. Professors provide
classroom instruction and college service.

Essential Functions and Duties

General Expectations of
all TJC Faculty 
Exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning

• Maintain current and comprehensive
  knowledge and experience in the teaching field and assigned teaching discipline 
• Create a classroom environment reflecting
  professionalism, equity, respect and trust

Adhere to college policies 

• Abide by Employee Standards of Conduct – DH
  (Exhibit)
• Perform job duties as assigned by department chair and dean (unless request is in violation of TJC policy or
  local/state/federal laws)
• Stay current with and follow departmental and college policies
• Complete required compliance
  trainings and stay current on professional development hours

Responsibilities to the Student
Exhibit a
commitment to student success

• Design classroom instructional activities appropriate to the expected rigor of the course and
  consistent with program expectations and course objectives
• Embed interactive learning activities in the instructional setting that
  engage student learning and encourage student development of active learning skillsets
• Facilitate student learning and successful
  completion of course by preparing and using appropriate instructional materials compatible with the expected rigor of the course and
  consistent with program expectations and course objectives
• Align learning opportunities and employ suitable assessments of course
  learning outcomes and program learning outcomes, with the student core competencies
• Sequence learning opportunities and assessments
  through the courses and program to build student learning and understanding
• Integrate workplace professional skillsets into the
  classroom environment (i.e., prompt and regular attendance, initiative to seek clarification, timely submission of work, use of technology
  in work completion, etc.) 
• Motivate students to perform at their highest level by maintaining an atmosphere of dignity and
  cordiality conducive to learning in both the classroom and office

Adhere to college policies 

• Meet all classes as scheduled
  and maximize use of available class time 
• Maintain scheduled office hours as required
• Follow attendance and office hour
  requirements for online and hybrid classes as specified in the distance education course standards (see employee
  handbook)

Responsibilities to the Department

• Follow prescribed course syllabi and adopted
  textbooks [including appropriate assigned readings]
• Inform students of student learning outcomes, class procedures and grading
  policies at the beginning of each semester
• Demonstrate initiative and/or cooperative support of leadership, faculty and staff to
  implement strategic improvements and achieve goals
• Attend and participate in required department and school meetings, and perform
  other duties as assigned by the department chair or instructional dean 

Responsibilities to the
College

• Maintain accurate records and submit required student attendance and grade reports by published
  deadlines
• Model professional conduct and enforce student conduct policies as prescribed 
• Participate in all required
  convocation activities and graduation events 
• Maintain required memberships/licensures/certifications per department and accrediting
  body standards
• Assume duties, including committee assignments, over and above assigned classes and office hours as requested by
  department chair or instructional dean
• Demonstrate commitment to the college through actively participating in TJC sponsored events
  and activities beyond assigned classes and office hours as appropriate

Responsibilities to the
Community

• Network with community members and others to promote the TJC program and its students
• Exhibit conduct
  that reflects the mission, vision and values of the institution and the community

Discipline- or Position-Specific
Responsibilities/Competencies

• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening, summer and possibly weekend sections
  as needed. In emergencies, online instruction may be required
• Ability to integrate technology into course delivery, including the
  college’s various software programs, and adapt to SANS, Inc. ASL Lab software, GoReact and others
• Assist in developing curriculum
  and ensuring it is up to date with current practices of the profession
• Support the department chair in developing and maintaining
  links to high schools, colleges/universities, and all external learning sites
• Represent the department to community and prospective
  students
• Assist department chair in recruiting students as well as advising new and current students as needed
• Meeting all
  applicable deadlines, including completing training requirements and professional development
• Complete and maintain all institution
  required documentation as relating to program reviews and accreditation
• Work collaboratively with both deaf and hearing
  professors/staff as well as area high school ASL programs

Competencies
Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities

• Proven native fluency in American Sign Language, Deaf Culture and written English
• Knowledge and
  teaching skills of ASL Linguistics
• Good working knowledge/skills using technology in teaching
  ASL

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience/Credentials

• Master’s
  degree in Sign Language or related field with minimum of 18 hours of courses in the field

Preferred
Education/Experience/Credentials

• Minimum 3 years’ of teaching experience
• State or National CDI Interpreter
  Certification
• Member of ASLTA

Supplemental Information

Other
Expectations

• Perform other duties as assigned
• Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with
  staff, students, and the general public
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic,
  cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities

NOTE: With or
without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential
functions and duties of the job as described above – including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands. The position description
is not inclusive of all responsibilities and expectations and may be amended with or without prior notice.