Part-time American Sign Language Professor - Continuous Pool

Description

Can you create and maintain a welcoming and supportive environment with students of diverse multicultural, socioeconomic and academic backgrounds?

Are you eager to work collaboratively to find innovative ways to improve student success? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our American Sign Language department.

We value collaboration and are dedicated to guiding students towards the achievement of their academic and career goals.

Clark College is currently seeking to fill a Part-time American Sign Language Professor to teach introductory ASL courses.

This part-time position is an ongoing recruitment in which applications are collected year-round. Applicants must be available to teach the daytime, evening or weekend hours.

Positions will be filled as program needs arise.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

Position Responsibilities

GENERAL FACULTY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Instruct classes utilizing techniques and knowledge of the discipline that facilitate student learning.
• Participate in decision-making processes by taking part in department and college committees.
• Pursue professional development.
• Strive to enhance teaching and learning techniques.
• Work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
• Understand and commit to the mission of Clark College.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES :

• Master's degree in American Sign Language or related field.
• Experience teaching at the community college level.
• Experience teaching with a Learning Management System (LMS) like Canvas, D2L, Moodle.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to participate in a variety of departmental campus activities.
• Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.

Supplemental Information

SALARY STATEMENT : Lecture hourly rate is $90.47, and lab hourly rate is $77.27.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Required Online Application Materials :

• Clark College Online Application, including names of three (3) references
• Cover letter addressing experience and qualifications for the position
• Current resume
• Unofficial copy of all transcripts / certifications uploaded with the online application
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application.

Please apply online at www.clark.edu / jobs .

To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email [email protected] .

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT :

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted which includes a sexual misconduct background check as required under RCW 28B.

112.080 . Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Please note that upon being hired, Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) require a Vocational Certification plan be in place prior to the first day of classes.

Under the standard specified in WAC 131-16-070 through 131-16-094 Vocational Certification is a condition of continued employment for all professional technical education personnel.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.

SECURITY

The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security / Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security / Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.

[email protected] . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here : http : / / www.

clark.edu / campus-life / student-support / security / report.php .

ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.

CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES

Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

Our Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice.

The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.

Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply.

Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college.

All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community.

The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action : Michelle Thomas-Jenkins, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, mthomas-jenkins@clark.

edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free / drug free environment.

This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

Clark College Human Resources

September 30, 2024

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