Adjunct Professor of American Sign Language

Adjunct Professor of American Sign Language

The Department of Language & Literature at Roberts Wesleyan University invites applications for an adjunct faculty position to teach American Sign Language I (AMSL I) during the Fall 2025 term. We are seeking a dedicated and qualified educator to provide high-quality instruction in beginner-level ASL and Deaf culture to undergraduate students.

Roberts Wesleyan University is a comprehensive, Christian university of the liberal arts, sciences, and professions serving approximately 1,800 traditional and nontraditional students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University is committed to integrating a Christian worldview with learning in order to prepare thoughtful, spiritually mature, service-oriented people who will help transform society. Roberts believes that all people are created in the image of God and therefore values and affirms human diversity and is committed to providing a supportive environment that promotes awareness of, sensitivity to, and appreciation of human diversity. In support of the diversity of thought, Roberts has more than 60 undergraduate programs/majors, including 6 different adult-degree completion programs, 14 graduate programs, and 12 online programs; our first doctoral program launched in 2016.

Responsibilities:

  • Teach one section in accordance with department guidelines and course objectives.
  • Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans that promote proficiency in ASL and foster cultural understanding of the Deaf community.
  • Assess student performance through assignments, exams, and class participation.
  • Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.
  • Maintain appropriate records of student progress and submit grades in accordance with college policies.
  • Maintain current knowledge of ASL pedagogy and trends in Deaf education.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in American Sign Language, Deaf Studies, Linguistics, Education, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
  • Demonstrated fluency in American Sign Language.
  • Experience teaching ASL at the high school or college level.
  • Knowledge of Deaf culture and the ability to integrate cultural competency into course content.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience teaching in a college or university setting.
  • Certification from a recognized body (e.g., ASLTA – American Sign Language Teachers Association).
  • Familiarity with current instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g., Moodle).
  • Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and supporting a diverse student population.

Candidates must demonstrate a Christian faith commitment consistent with the mission of the University. A successful candidate is also expected to demonstrate multicultural competence and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply, as well as persons from other historically underrepresented groups.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae or resume, and a completed Application for Adjunct Faculty Employment (download at https://www.roberts.edu/employment/) to:

Dr. Linda Quinlan
Associate Professor of English
Academic Director, Language & Literature

quinlanl@roberts.edu

Roberts Wesleyan University
2301 Westside Drive
Rochester, NY 14624-1997

For further information, contact Dr. Quinlan via e-mail at QuinlanL@roberts.edu.

Roberts Wesleyan University complies with all applicable non-discrimination laws and is committed to the enhancement of human dignity and workplace diversity.

Salary Range: $746/credit hour