American Sign Language Instructor

The Department of Education at the University of Minnesota Duluth seeks to hire a full-time or part-time colleague to teach in American Sign Language for spring semester 2025. The salary range for this position will be $45,000-$55,000, based on experience. This position will carry the rank of Instructor or Teaching Assistant Professor (depending on qualification) and begins January 2, 2025. Faculty are appointed on a semester or one-year annual basis, depending on the teaching needs of the Department of Education. This position may be renewable for the 2025-26 academic year based on need, funding, and performance. Part-time appointments below 75% do not carry full benefits.

Responsibilities include teaching a range of undergraduate courses in American Sign Language up to 30 credits for the year, advising students, and other teaching-related duties.

Applicants are required to have:

1. Master's degree with a focus in American Sign Language from an accredited institution. (A Bachelor's Degree with a focus in American Sign Language may be accepted conditionally upon the candidate's enrollment in a Master's Program.)
2. A commitment to increasing equity and inclusion within the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated success in broadening inclusivity and supporting all students within the profession.
2. One year of full-time teaching experience in the pertinent field of study (ASL) at the college level.
3. Ability to teach a range of undergraduate courses in American Sign Language up to 30 credits for the year.
4. Experience using technology in teaching.

Pay Range: $45,000 - $55,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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