"Assistant Lecturer, American Sign Language"

Job Details

The Department of World Languages and Literatures at Skidmore College invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track Assistant Lecturer position in American Sign Language (ASL) beginning Spring 2026. This is a one semester appointment with possibility for renewal.

Responsibilities:

• Teach one section of ASL 101
• Contribute to departmental initiatives, etc.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a master’s degree in language pedagogy, second-language acquisition, Deaf Studies, or a related field
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level
• Native or near-native proficiency in ASL
• Excellent command of English

Salary: $2507 per credit (courses are three or four credits).

All bargaining unit members shall be covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Skidmore College and Services Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 200 United.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the Form I-9 and verification of identity and work authorization as required by federal law.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, sample of teaching materials, and contact information for two references. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Apply online: https://www.skidmore.edu/hr/index.php

Questions? Please contact Mary Kate Donovan at mdonovan@skidmore.edu.

About Skidmore College

Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college of ~2,500 students representing 47 states and 46 countries. With a student‑faculty ratio of 8:1, we value close interaction, creative pedagogy, and teacher‑scholar excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran or marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic‑violence‑victim status, genetic information, prior arrest or conviction record, or any other category protected by law.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

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