Lecturer in American Sign Language ( ASL )

Company: Language Science University of California Irvine
Location: Irvine
Posted on: September 10, 2023

Job Description:

The Department of Language Science is seeking a lecturer to teach a three-quarter sequence on American Sign Language as well as a one-quarter course on the structure of signed languages for non-signers. All courses would be offered annually. The three-quarter sequence courses are intended to satisfy UC Irvine's foreign language requirement. Qualified applicants will be skilled (preferably native) signers of American Sign Language with strong teaching credentials, training in linguistics, and with a strong background in Deaf culture. Candidates should have a doctoral degree in linguistics or a related discipline. The review process will begin on September 18, 2023, and screening will continue until positions are filled, with a final closing date of December 31, 2023. Initial course offerings could be as early as Fall 2023 but may not commence until Fall 2024. For consideration, please submit a) A cover letter indicating your interest and an overview of your qualifications b) CV c) Teaching Statement d) Evidence of Teaching Performance e) Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence. f) Three letters of recommendation Submit materials via UC Irvine's online application system, RECRUIT. Questions about the position may be directed to Olga Dunaevsky, department manager. For more information on UCI Language Science Website. Employment Type: Part Time Bonus/Commission: No

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