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Part Time - American Sign Language - Adjunct Instructor

Penn State University
Harrisburg, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Jan 2026

About the role

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Harrisburg's Communication Sciences and Disorders Program has a part-time opening to teach our American Sign Language (ASL) classes (ASL I, ASL II) as well as potentially other courses related to Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. Candidates should apply online and submit a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and a letter of application indicating certifications and teaching experience. Please note that all classes are offered in-person and this is not a remote opening. All correspondence should be addressed to Dr. Paul Evitts, CSD Program Chair.  

Job Duties

  • Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses related to ASL and/or Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing individuals. 

Requirements and Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Master’s degree in ASL or a related field.

  • Strong foundation in ASL proficiency. 

  • Knowledge of Deaf culture.  

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Teaching experience at the university level. 

  • Certification from American Sign Language Teacher’s Association (ASLTA), Registry for Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), or related agency. 

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following documents with your application:   

  • Cover letter indicating level of experience and certifications in ASL. 

  • Curriculum vitae (CV)/resume. 

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

 

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