Adjunct Assistant Professor, American Sign Language (HCL)

Application Deadline: This advertisement is open continuously and for multiple positions. Applications are reviewed on an as-needed basis. For questions regarding the status of an application, please contact the hiring manager, Michael Baker, at michael.The Department of Humanities, Communications, and Languages provides high-quality instruction in nine disciplines. Faculty in American Sign Language, Chinese, English for Academic Purposes (EAP), French, Humanities, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Spanish, and Speech contribute to the college's General Education curriculum by helping students acquire valuable critical thinking and communication skills, and by teaching them about creative human endeavors in the past and present, which inspire a better future. Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor will develop, prepare, and teach a variety of ASL coursework. This position will be housed primarily at the Northwest Campus but may be assigned to one of the College’s six locations throughout Alachua and Bradford counties. The Adjunct Assistant Professor must have the flexibility to teach courses during the day, evening, or online, as well as taught using other distance learning formats. Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction to didactic, laboratory and/or classroom settings to promote student success within a community college setting. Supports and promotes the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service. Collaborates with the Chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum that cultivates the mastery of course content. Works collaboratively as part of a cohesive academic team. Assists with the implementation of college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the SF philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures. Provides students with frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback regarding academic performance. Appropriately documents student progress and maintains records including attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes. Maintains appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment. Keeps a record of operating procedures and may share position specific knowledge, including use of collegewide ERP and related system processes, by providing guidance on standard operations and established departmental procedures as needed. Provides service to the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities. Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality. Strictly honors the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures. A master's degree in or a master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in American Sign Language, ASL Interpretation, Deaf Education, Deaf Studies, Speech Pathology and Audiology, and Special Education with Emphasis in Deaf Education: Linguistics with Emphasis in ASL. Adaptability to Change – able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment. Analytical Aptitude & Problem Solving - able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices and/or procedures, collect and interpret data, reason logically, establish facts, identify and define existing and potential issues, recognize the interrelationships among elements, draw valid conclusions, develop recommendations, as well as alternative courses of action, select appropriate course, follow up, and evaluate. Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors. Customer Service – ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills. Problem Solving – proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions. Relationship Management – able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs. Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs. Application Process: All applicants must submit a completed online SF application, a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts (if applicable) to be considered for this position. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 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