ASL Instructor - Communication Sciences and Disorders

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Position Description

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is seeking applications for an American Sign Language/Interpreting Instructor. This is a nine-month, non-tenure track position at the rank of instructor. Applicants must have an MA degree, or its equivalent, in American Sign Language Instruction or related field and higher education classroom instruction experience. Professional interpreting experience and a state-level or national interpreter certification preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate native to near native proficiency in American Sign Language and have experience developing and maintaining external affiliation agreements.

The successful candidate will teach courses in the American Sign Language Interpreting Minor program on the Oxford, MS campus. Additionally, they will be responsible for developing and maintaining affiliation agreements between the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders and outside entities that are potential ASL interpreting practicum sites. The successful applicant embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and access as core departmental values. 

Position Details

This is a nine-month, non-tenure track position at the rank of instructor.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have an MA degree, or its equivalent, in American Sign Language Instruction or related field and higher education classroom instruction experience. Professional interpreting experience and a state-level or national interpreter certification preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate native to near native proficiency in American Sign Language and have experience developing and maintaining external affiliation agreements.

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.

Application Procedures

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled or until an adequate applicant pool is established. Applicants must apply online at https://careers.olemiss.edu and must include a letter of application, curriculum vitae and 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 prior to 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.

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

The University of Mississippi is a member of the Southeastern Conference and 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, 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.

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.

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.