Job Description

University of Hawai‘i, Kapi‘olani Community College, Language, Linguistics & Literature Department is seeking applications for the American Sign Language part-time lecturer position. Please see the information about the position, the duties and responsibilities, the minimum and desirable qualifications, and the job application attachments below:  

Title: Lecturer, CC (American Sign Language) 
Position Number: 0002LEC  
Hiring Unit: Language, Linguistics & Literature
Location: Kapi‘olani Community College    
Date Posted: May 24, 2024
Closing Date: Continuous Recruitment 
Salary Information: Minimum $1,911 per credit hour; subject to lecturer placement
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Funding: General Funds
Other Conditions: For placement into the lecturer pool beginning Fall 2024. Subject to availability of funds and actual staffing requirements. 

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach courses in the assigned subject area;
2. Prepare course syllabus and reports related to teaching and student progress;
3. Assess student learning in terms of course competencies and program learning outcomes;
4. Submit self-assessment reports based on student and peer evaluations;
5. Work under the general supervision of the discipline coordinator/division chairperson in integrating teaching efforts with other instructors in the discipline area;
6. Maintain one office hour per week for each class taught (20 minutes per credit per week).
7. Classes may be offered online, evenings and/or weekends.

Minimum Qualifications
Functionally native fluency in ASL (ASL proficiency interview level 4 or 5), training/education in ASL teaching methodology (e.g. American Sign Instructors Guidance Network, or Signing Naturally Teachers Training) and one of the following:

1. Master's in ASL, ASL studies, literature, or linguistics; OR
2. Master's in Linguistics; OR
3. Master's in Teaching ASL; OR
4. Master's in Deaf Studies; OR
5. Master's in Signed Communication; OR
6. Master's in Deaf Education; OR
7. Master's in Education; OR
8. Master's in ESL; OR
9. Master's in Related field (Special Education, Foreign Languages, Foreign Language Instruction or Interpreting); OR
10. Bachelor's in ASL, ASL studies, literature or linguistics AND 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English; OR
11. Bachelor's in Linguistics AND 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English; OR
12. Bachelor's in Teaching ASL AND 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English; OR
13. Bachelor's in Deaf Studies AND 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English; OR
14. Bachelor's in Signed Communication AND 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English; OR
15. Bachelor's in Deaf Education AND 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English; OR
16. Bachelor's in Education AND 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English; OR
17. Bachelor's in ESL AND 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English; OR
18. Bachelor's in Related field (Special Education, Foreign Languages, Foreign Language Instruction, or Interpreting) AND 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Teaching experience related to the course(s) to be taught at the community college level.
2. Demonstrated ability to work with community college students.
3. Work experience related to the course(s) to be taught.
4. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively.
5. Familiarity with competency- and outcomes-based instruction.
6. Experience mentoring undergraduate research projects in discipline.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED (Read the "To Apply" section carefully)

To Apply:

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. In addition to the Application, applicants must attach the following:

1. A one- to two-page statement outlining ways in which you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications; 

2. Official graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.) Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. The expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.

• Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted.

• Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted.

3. Optional letters of recommendation.

Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

NOTE:  

• The application will be incomplete if materials are unreadable, illegible, password protected, missing, or corrupted; therefore, late or incomplete applications will not be considered.  All requested documents/information become the property of Kapi‘olani Community College and will not be returned.

• Please do not include any self-identifying photos and redact any references to confidential information on submitted documents (social security number, date of birth, etc.).

• If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.

Inquires: KapCC Human Resources Department, kapcchr@hawaii.edu, 808-734-9573 

EEO/AA, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.  For more information or inquiries regarding these policies, please refer to the following link: www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/eeo-coordinators/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

Accommodation Request:  The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination of requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.  For further information, please refer to the following link:   

www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/ 

Kapi'olani Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, or disability in its programs and activities. For more information or inquiries regarding these policies, contact Section 504 Coordinator, (808) 734-9575, 4303 Diamond Head Road, 'Ilima 209, Honolulu, HI 96816; Title IX Coordinator, (808) 734-9542, 4303 Diamond Head Road, 'Iliahi 116.  

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