Adjunct, American Sign Language, College of Education & Human Services

Lenoir-Rhyne University’s College of Education & Human Services seeks applications for part-time (adjunct) faculty to teach American Sign Language I and II courses. Courses will be taught face to face or in an online synchronous modality. Appointment begins January 2025.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Successful candidates should have a minimum of a master’s degree in ASL or a related field or a bachelor’s degree and national certification in sign language interpreting. Evidence of post-secondary teaching experience or delivery of professional training is highly preferred.

Experience delivering content via online modalities is preferred. Candidates must be able to conduct their assigned courses of instruction in the best manner possible to achieve student learning, which includes the presentation of ideas in ways that are appropriate for a variety of learners and that show sensitivity to an inclusive student population. Successful candidates will display a commitment and capacity for teaching excellence, student mentorship and collaborative work.

Application Process

While completing the application, candidates will be prompted to submit:

• Letter of application: The application letter should discuss specifically how one’s professional experiences and perspectives relate to the needs of the position and of Lenoir-Rhyne University.
• Curriculum vitae (including the names and addresses of three references).
• Statement of teaching philosophy, including your professional values, beliefs and/or goals. It could include your methods, what you want to achieve with the students you serve, what motivates you as a teacher and your role within education.

The university’s mission, vision and values statements may be reviewed on the About page.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Any questions regarding the position or the search process should be submitted electronically to Hank Weddington, dean of the College of Education & Human Services at hank.weddington@lr.edu.