Lecturer in American Sign Language

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Job Title :

Lecturer in American Sign Language

Department :

Arts and Sciences | Center for Languages Literature and Cultures

Position Overview

The Center for Languages, Literatures and Cultures (CLLC) seeks to appoint one (1) full-time Lecturer position (non-tenure track) in the American Sign Language (ASL) Program starting in spring semester of the 2025-2026 academic year. This is a three-year position with the possibility of renewal. The American Sign Language Program is a successful, rapidly growing program comprised of an elementary language sequence with strong undergraduate enrollments, an ASL Studies Minor, and a forthcoming Major. The Center for American Sign Language and Deaf Equity, launched in Fall 2024, hosts online courses to satisfy an ASL Elementary Language Teaching Certificate. The elementary language sequence includes three (3), four-credit hour courses that satisfy the general education requirement for the World Language category. The ASL Program uses a full-immersion teaching approach with supportive materials and activities created around an internally developed curriculum. The ASL Program is administered under the Center for Languages, Literatures and Cultures within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Ohio State University is located in the heart of Columbus, which is a thriving city with a large and active Deaf community.

Performance Objectives

The position will involve teaching eight (8) classes in the ASL GE language program, undergraduate programs, and / or certificate program through the Center over two (2) semesters during the academic calendar (Autumn & Spring) and participation in staff meetings and discussions.

Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s degree or higher, particularly in Teaching ASL as a Foreign / Second Language, Education, Linguistics, Deaf Studies, Interpreting, or a related field. Those without a Master’s degree are still encouraged to apply, but will require additional approval from the Office of Academic Affairs to be considered.

Native or near-native fluency in ASL; linguistic knowledge and use of American Sign Language as related to the teaching of ASL; knowledge of Deaf culture and history; broad experience within the Deaf community; sensitivity to issues facing the Deaf community; and the demonstrated ability and commitment to work effectively as a member of a team. Strongly preferred : knowledge of ASL pedagogy; demonstrated excellence in teaching (preferably at the college level). The successful candidate is expected to teach classes in person at the Columbus Campus.

Explore our extensive benefits

Work-life : Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events. Retirement : State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans. Health : Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming. Time off : Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available. Financial : Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners. Wellness : Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.