Adjunct Faculty Pool: Sign Language Instructor Department of English and Communication

Overview

Location:

45 minutes from the Nation’s Capital, in a history-rich community of southern Maryland. The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) offers health insurance benefits;
State Retirement Pension plan; wellness programs; early closure Fridays in summer; college closure for spring break and major holidays; and other flexibilities. This is a part-time faculty position in the Department of English and Communication. The department teaches English, ESL, English Composition, Communication, and Reading. CSM is seeking a Beginning and Intermediate American Sign Language Instructor who can teach virtually using Zoom with synchronous interaction.

A strong background in American Sign Language is required.

CSM is looking for a dynamic individual who can implement the comprehensive mission of a community college by assessing, documenting, and improving student learning through instruction.

Note: CSM accepts resumes for part-time temporary faculty for all areas at all times. There may or may not be a hiring need at this time in your area of interest. When applying for part-time faculty, you are submitting your resume to an applicant pool. Department Chairs access the applicant pool when there is a need.

• Coordinate, plan, prepare, present, and evaluate classroom instruction and related activities to promote student-centered learning.
• Perform assigned duties during the day, evening, or weekend on the campus(es) or center to which the faculty member is assigned.
• Teach assigned course(s) throughout the academic year; schedule, publish, and hold one office hour per week during the academic year (fall and spring semesters).
• Participate in professional development opportunities and perform professional service hours.

At minimum, the faculty member must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Teaching Functions: plan, organize, and instruct courses; ensure classes are held as scheduled and communicate changes; maintain expertise and stimulate enthusiasm in subject areas; plan each unit or lesson to make classes meaningful; ensure programs/classes have essential curricular components and currency; teach according to approved syllabi for the required duration; use students’ learning styles to facilitate learning; incorporate instructional technologies as appropriate.
• Administrative/Student Engagement: maximize learning opportunities; keep students informed about course content, requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance; provide prompt feedback and grades; demonstrate concern for students through individual conferences as needed.

• File appropriate course syllabi with the program coordinator and HEA administrative assistant; ensure course sections are web-enhanced; utilize college online resources; communicate professionally using the college email system with a 48–72 hour response time; inform coordinators of student concerns within 48 hours of incidents.
• Maintain accurate scholastic records, conduct class evaluations, submit academic reports in a timely manner; attend faculty meetings and development activities; comply with college policies and procedures; become familiar with the Faculty Handbook and convey college information to students timely.
• Participate in program improvement, curriculum review, and student learning outcomes assessment initiatives; recommend textbooks and instructional materials as appropriate; contribute to curriculum improvements aligned with college objectives.
• Engage in professional development and keep informed of current instructional trends; submit continuing education records as required.

• Master’s degree in the discipline of instruction OR Master’s in any field AND 15 hours in the discipline OR sufficient experience in lieu of either requirement, as approved by the Provost.
• Subject matter/content expertise in Language and Literature with ability to demonstrate teaching expertise; enthusiasm and passion for student learning; ability to use diverse teaching methods including new technologies.

The College of Southern Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The College of Southern Maryland conducts background checks, including Criminal History Check and Sex Offender Registry Check, for final candidates.

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