Adjunct Faculty - Sign Language

Grand Rapids Community College Department of Language and Thought is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach American Sign Language in the fall and/or winter semesters on our Grand Rapids and/or Lakeshore campuses.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.

Adjunct needs are determined on a semester by semester basis, as are the number of sections offered each semester. GRCC classes are held at a variety of (1) Times: Monday through Saturday, (2) Locations: main campus, lakeshore, & middle college partners, and (3) Modalities: In-person, Online, Hybrid, & Virtual. For semester start and end dates, please see GRCC’s Academic Calendar.

Requisition ID: 491

Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty

Schedule: Fall 2025 Semester (Lakeshore Campus)

Compensation: Adjunct Faculty Pay Rates

Reports to: Associate Dean - School of Liberal Arts

Posting Opens: 03/24/2025

Posting Closes: Open until filled

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Sign Language
• Teach courses and fulfill adjunct faculty responsibilities, including fostering a stimulating classroom environment, following syllabus templates, and using department-approved textbooks.
• Maintain accurate student records and provide reasonable accommodations as per ADA guidelines as approved by Disability Support Services to meet students’ needs.
• Respond to communications promptly and ensure student access to course information.
• Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members
• Comply with GRCC policies and the Faculty Association Contract.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Required Credentials: Bachelor's Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university
• Required Credentials: documentation of one of the following: BEI, Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) level Advanced or ASLPI Level 4, EIPA 4.0+, ASLTA, NIC, NIC Advanced, NIC Master, CI/CT, CSC, CDI (Certified Deaf Interpreter)
• Preferred Credentials: Bachelor's Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university in Sign Language or in any field with a minimum of 18 semester / 27 quarter hours coursework in the discipline
• Preferred Experience: College level teaching Sign Language

Skills

• Expertise in the subject area with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations and faculty, and proficiency in instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas, Blackboard).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Some evening work (grading, preparing for class, responding to email questions) will be needed.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.