Adjunct Faculty - Sign Language

Grand Rapids Community College • Grand Rapids, MI • 7h ago

Department: Language & Thought

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Community College Department of Language and Thought is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach https://www.grcc.edu/schools-departments/language-thought/american-sign-language/course-offerings in the fall and/or winter semesters on our Grand Rapids and/or Lakeshore campuses.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.

Adjunct needs are determined on a semester by semester basis, as are the number of sections offered each semester. GRCC classes are held at a variety of (1) Times: Monday through Saturday, (2) Locations: main campus, lakeshore, & middle college partners, and (3) Modalities: In-person, Online, Hybrid, & Virtual. For semester start and end dates, please see GRCC's Academic Calendar.

Requisition ID: 491

Employee Group:https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/2022-2025%20Faculty%20Association%20contract.docx.pdf

Schedule: Fall 2025 Semester (Lakeshore Campus)

Compensation: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty/adjunct-faculty-pay-rates

Reports to: Associate Dean - School of Liberal Arts

Posting Opens: 03/24/2025

Posting Closes: Open until filled

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Sign Language

Teach courses and fulfill adjunct faculty responsibilities, including fostering a stimulating classroom environment, following syllabus templates, and using department-approved textbooks.

Maintain accurate student records and provide reasonable accommodations as per ADA guidelines as approved by Disability Support Services to meet students' needs.

Respond to communications promptly and ensure student access to course information.

Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members

Comply with GRCC policies and the Faculty Association Contract.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

Required Credentials: Bachelor's Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university

Required Credentials: documentation of one of the following: BEI, Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) level Advanced or ASLPI Level 4, EIPA 4.0+, ASLTA, NIC, NIC Advanced, NIC Master, CI/CT, CSC, CDI (Certified Deaf Interpreter)

Preferred Credentials: Bachelor's Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university in Sign Language or in any field with a minimum of 18 semester / 27 quarter hours coursework in the discipline

Preferred Experience: College level teaching Sign Language

Skills

Expertise in the subject area with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work with diverse student populations and faculty, and proficiency in instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas, Blackboard).

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands

Some evening work (grading, preparing for class, responding to email questions) will be needed.

Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands

Appreciation and understanding for the community

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