Department: Communication Sciences and Disorders Job Summary: The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Mississippi invites applications for an American Sign Language/Interpreting Instructor. This is a nine-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Instructor. Applicants must hold a master's degree, or its equivalent, in American Sign Language instruction, interpreting,
Deaf Studies, or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate native or near-native proficiency in American Sign Language. Previous teaching experience, particularly at the postsecondary level, professional interpreting experience, and state-level or national interpreter certification are preferred. Job Description: The successful candidate will teach courses in the American Sign
Language Interpreting Minor program on the Oxford, Mississippi campus. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of Deaf culture and the cultural and linguistic foundations of American Sign Language, as well as an understanding of professional and ethical practices relevant to ASL instruction and interpreting. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate American Sign Language courses, prepare
students to communicate effectively and appropriately with ASL users, and to work professionally with individuals and communities they may encounter in interpreting settings. Additional responsibilities may include contributing to curriculum development and program activities, advising and mentoring students, participating in departmental and university service, and maintaining current knowledge of professional
standards and practices in American Sign Language instruction and interpreting. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled or until an adequate applicant pool is established. The start date is negotiable. Applicants must apply online at https://careers.olemiss.edu and must include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the contact information of three
professional references; no paper copies will be accepted. For additional information about this position, please contact Ronda Bryan (rbryan@olemiss.edu). Official transcripts must be received before hire. The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA / Minorities / Females / Vet / Disability / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Title VI / Title VII / Title IX/504 / ADA / ADEA employer. The University of
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