Holyoke Community College - Holyoke, MA
posted about 2 months ago
Part-time - Entry Level
Holyoke, MA
5,001-10,000 employees
Educational Services
About the position
The Adjunct Faculty position in the Deaf Studies Department at Holyoke Community College involves teaching in-person American Sign Language (ASL) classes for the Spring 2025 semester. The role focuses on providing a quality learning experience for students, utilizing active learning methods, and collaborating with the department to enhance the Deaf Studies program. The faculty member is expected to maintain academic integrity, support student learning goals, and stay updated on developments in the field.
Responsibilities
- Teach in-person ASL classes for the Deaf Studies Department.
- Distribute and review the course syllabus during the first class meeting.
- Utilize active learning methods and a variety of instructional strategies to assist learners.
- Remain abreast of ongoing developments in the professional content area.
- Arrange for the acquisition and preparation of appropriate materials and equipment.
- Record and report student data accurately, including assessment of student performance.
- Support students' learning goals by focusing on outcomes and accommodating individual differences.
- Recommend campus services to students as needed.
- Attend all scheduled classes and notify the supervisor if unable to attend.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a Deaf-related field.
- Experience teaching ASL and/or Deaf Studies.
- Native or near-native fluency in ASL.
- Commitment to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
- Ability to teach in-person classes on the HCC campus.
Nice-to-haves
- Master's degree in a Deaf-related field.
- ASLTA certification.
- Experience using the TRUE + WAY American Sign Language curriculum.
- Experience using technology for instructional and educational purposes.
Benefits
- Compensation based on DCE Continuing Education scale salary; no benefits offered.
