Instructor - American Sign Language

The Department of Languages and Cultures  in the College of Letters, Arts and Sciences is seeking a full time Instructor of American Sign Language to teach the full range of courses in the American Sign Language Program and Minor , contribute to the ongoing development of the current program and participate in the creation of the planned BA in Deaf Studies/American Sign Language. The typical workload will be 95% teaching, 5% service. The teaching load will include 12 credit hours per semester (typically means three courses). Service expectations include attending and participating in program and departmental meetings and initiatives.

Who We Are:

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University ofColorado system and is home to over 9,500 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students.

Colorado Springs (pop. 450K+), situated at the base of Pikes Peak, offers many recreational and cultural activities, and was recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top Best Places to Live in the U.S.

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

What We Offer:

Salary Range: Generally starting at $42,000-$42,230

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, and a tuition benefit. Information on university benefits programs, including eligibility, is located here . Total compensation goes beyond the value on the paycheck. Please consider reviewing the Total Compensation page at Total Compensation Calculators I University of Colorado.

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Complete applications received by 11:59 PM MST on November 30, 2021 will receive full consideration.
• The potential dates for interviews with the supervisor and appointing authority will be the week of November 29, 2021.
• The potential employee start date is January 10, 2022.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• MA in American Sign Language or closely related field.

• 1 year or more fulltime equivalent teaching ASL at the postsecondary level

Preferred Qualifications:

• Near Native Competence in ASL.

• Experience teaching advanced level courses in Deaf Culture, Literature and Linguistics.

• Interest in developing courses with a view to a proposed new major in Deaf Culture/ASL.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required move. Employee may occasionally be required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, moderate energy requirements and fine motor skills. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.