Lecturer American Sign Language (ASL)

Job Summary
The Department of Modern Languages in the College of Liberal Arts at The University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a full-time non-tenure-track Academic Professional Track ( APT ) faculty position in American Sign Language ( ASL ) at the rank of Lecturer. This is a teaching-focused position that combines undergraduate instruction and coordination of the American Sign Language program. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued development of ASL at UTA including the departments Minor in American Sign Language and Deaf Studies and will work collaboratively with faculty and departmental leadership to strengthen curriculum student engagement and opportunities for program growth. The preferred candidate will bring expertise in ASL instruction knowledge of Deaf culture and communities and demonstrated excellence in accordance with USCIS regulations successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is considered on an exception-only basis and is not routinely available.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The successful candidate will: Teach undergraduate courses in American Sign Language at multiple levels and as appropriate courses related to Deaf culture ASL linguistics interpreting or other areas of expertise Maintain a teaching assignment equivalent to approximately 910 courses per academic year depending on program coordination and other assigned responsibilities Coordinate the American Sign Language program Coordinate curriculum and course scheduling in consultation with the Department Chair and departmental staff Support consistency in curriculum learning outcomes assessment and instructional practices across ASL course sections Mentor and support part-time and adjunct ASL instructors and facilitate communication and collaboration within the ASL program Support student recruitment retention and engagement initiatives related to the ASL program Contribute to departmental college and university service appropriate to an Academic Professional Track faculty appointment Candidates with an interest in developing opportunities for students interested in ASL interpreting and related professional pathways are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications
Masters degree or equivalent terminal/professional qualification in American Sign Language Deaf Studies ASL Education Linguistics Education Interpreter Education or a closely related field by the start date Demonstrated high-level proficiency in American Sign Language Demonstrated knowledge of Deaf culture and Deaf communities Evidence of effective teaching and a commitment to student success Commitment to working collaboratively and contributing to the department as a team member

Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate one or more of the following: Earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree in American Sign Language Deaf Studies ASL Education Linguistics Education Interpreter Education or a closely related field Experience teaching ASL at the college/university level or in a comparable educational setting Experience coordinating an ASL program language program or multi-section instructional program Experience advising and mentoring undergraduate students Expertise in ASL interpreting interpreter education or interpreter preparation

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