Part-Time AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE Instructor (Applicant Pool)

Be part of Perimeter College's growing Part-Time faculty at the heart of Georgia State University's national leadership in innovation and the academic success of diverse populations. As the two-year institution of Georgia State University, Perimeter College is metro Atlanta's gateway to higher education where teaching is the primary focus. Students can choose from courses on five campuses and online to follow a clear path to an associate degree or receive the core classes required to pursue a bachelor's degree. U.S. News & World Report ranked Georgia State as #4 among the Most Innovative colleges and universities in the nation and #8 among national universities with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. In 2015, Georgia State was the only national public university in which African-American, Hispanic, first-generation, and Pell-eligible students graduated at rates above those of the student body overall.

Perimeter College American Sign Language classes help students gain an understanding of American Sign Language and the rich cultural diversity represented by and within the Deaf community. We offer a strong foundation in communication that allows students to participate in the signing community. Classes are located on the Clarkston campus.

We provide instruction in American Sign Language through an immersive method from the very first day. We engage students in a rich learning environment that combines classroom instruction, experiential and self-directed learning. The instructor uses signs and drawing, as well as acting out situations to build understanding and expand American Sign Language comprehension during the class

Perimeter College is seeking part-time instructors in AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE who will play a key role in educating and supporting students.

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To qualify to teach AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE, applicants MUST have:

A minimum of a master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours (or 27 graduate quarter hours) in the teaching discipline.

Teaching experience is preferred.

• Ability to teach AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE courses on the collegiate level
  
  
• Ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods
  
  
• Ability to relate to a diverse student population and facilitate student learning
  
  
• Effective communication skills
  
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of instructional technology

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A Criminal History Check is Required.

Classes at Perimeter College are offered morning, afternoon and evening including weekends.

If you meet the qualifications outlined in the position announcement and are interested in becoming a part-time instructor, here are the next steps:

Complete the online application and upload the additional application materials noted below:

• Cover Letter
  
  
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
  
  
• Unofficial transcripts of all graduate degrees (foreign degree credentialing must be included for non-US degrees)
  
  
• Names of three professional references. Please include the following information about your references: name; title; phone number and email; relationship (coworker, supervisor, direct report, etc.)

Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action university and accommodates individuals with disabilities. All applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Notice of employment will be conditional on background verification.