Part Time - American Sign Language - Adjunct Instructor

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Penn State Harrisburg Until 9/12/2026 0+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted January 8, 2026 Last posted July 14, 2026
Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Harrisburg's Communication Sciences and Disorders Program has a part-time opening to teach our American Sign Language (ASL) classes (ASL I, ASL II) as well as potentially other courses related to Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. Candidates should apply online and submit a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and a letter of application indicating certifications and teaching experience. Please note that all classes are offered in-person and this is not a remote opening. All correspondence should be addressed to Dr. Paul Evitts, CSD Program Chair.  

Job Duties

  • Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses related to ASL and/or Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing individuals. 

Requirements and Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Master’s degree in ASL or a related field.

  • Strong foundation in ASL proficiency. 

  • Knowledge of Deaf culture.  

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Teaching experience at the university level. 

  • Certification from American Sign Language Teacher’s Association (ASLTA), Registry for Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), or related agency. 

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following documents with your application:   

  • Cover letter indicating level of experience and certifications in ASL. 

  • Curriculum vitae (CV)/resume. 

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

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Summary

Teach undergraduate/graduate ASL courses, engaging students in Deaf culture and language.

Job title

Part Time - American Sign Language - Adjunct Instructor

Experience level

preferred experience

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

education

Location requirements

In-person at Penn State Harrisburg, no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

master’s degreeASL proficiencyDeaf culture knowledge

Preferred skills

university teaching experienceASLTARID

Specializations

ASLDeaf cultureteaching
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site