American Sign Language Part-Time Faculty

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We want you! Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is recruiting Part-Time Faculty to teach courses in american Sign language for the Department of Humanities. The college welcomes qualified applicants from all backgrounds for temporary Part-Time Faculty teaching assignments. We seek a diverse pool of candidates to teach in-person, online, or hybrid courses when PT Faculty vacancies occur. Applications are always welcome, and qualified candidates are contacted when teaching opportunities become available.

Part-Time Faculty are an essential part of TMCC operations and they continually make a positive impact on our students' lives. Under the supervision of the Department Chair, Part-Time Faculty teach course content; assess student learning; stay current in their teaching field; actively refer students to supportive college resources; complete professional development; use current technology; and maintain appropriate standards of ethics and professional conduct.

Part-Time Faculty in the Department of Humanities teach a variety of courses, based on staffing and program needs. Some examples include:

• AM 145--American Sign Language I

• AM 146--American Sign Language II

• AM 147--American Sign Language III

To learn more about this program and its courses, visit our Catalog.

Special Information

Courses could be taught in-person and online and at various times of day and off-site locations.

Salary

At TMCC, Part-Time Faculty are paid $1,010 per credit to teach 100- and 200-level courses, and $1,100 per credit to teach 300- and 400-level courses.

Minimum Qualifications

1.Bachelor’s Degree (Preferably in Deafness related field) from a regionally accredited College or University).

2. 2 years of higher education teaching experience.

3. ASTLA certification (American Sign Language Teachers Association).

The desire to work in a diverse academic environment with students, faculty, and staff from many different backgrounds.

New to teaching?

We can help! Our Departments strive to connect available courses with instructors’ unique expertise, and can often provide teaching materials. We also host an annual Orientation for Part-Time Faculty, as well as professional development workshops on teaching. We value instructors of all backgrounds, from working professionals to retirees. Come help us to teach and train tomorrow’s graduates!

Benefits

Part-Time Faculty can attend a paid Orientation, receive paid professional development training, receive tuition reimbursement through Grant-in-Aid, and receive longevity payments based on years of service. Part-time Faculty are not eligible for health benefits unless they meet specific workload requirements per semester. Those who meet the eligibility criteria can access a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

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