Instructor of American Sign Language (ASL)

Instructor of American Sign Language (ASL)Department:CAS Languages Literatures and Cultures

Part/Full Time:Full Time

Advertised Salary Range:We offer a competitive salary and benefits package

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Advertised Job Summary

The faculty of the Department of Languages Literatures and Cultures at the University of South Carolina Columbia Campus invites applications for a full time non-tenure track position at the rank of Instructor to begin August 16 2026. The position is a 9-month appointment with full benefits and a teaching load of 8 courses for the academic year. The initial appointment may be for one or three years and is renewable contingent upon satisfactory performance departmental needs and the availability of funding. Professional-track faculty may also become eligible for promotion and renewable contracts up to 5 years in length.

The successful candidate will be assigned a teaching load of four courses each semester (eight per academic year). Courses will include language teaching at all levels and courses in Deaf culture. The successful candidate will maintain an excellent record of teaching while actively engaging in various instructional responsibilities.

Required Education and Experience

Candidates must have a Masters degree in hand by August 15 2026 in appropriate field such as Deaf Education Deaf Studies American Sign Language Special Education (with appropriate emphasis on Deaf education) Communication (with appropriate emphasis on Deaf culture) Bicultural or Bilingual Education (with appropriate emphasis on Deaf education)
OR a Masters degree with 18 graduate hours in the above disciplines; evidence of two years of successful ASL teaching at the college level; fluency in ASL and English; and must stay updated on current trends and best practices in sign language education.

Preferred Qualifications

Possess or be willing to obtain within one-year Provisional Level Certification from the American Sign Language Teachers Association;
Ability to effectively use technology in the classroom; and strong knowledge of Deaf culture and sensitivity to the needs of the Deaf community.

Job Close DateSpecial Instructions to Applicant

All applicantsmustapply online at USCJobs at must include:

(1) A cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests
(2) A curriculum vitae and
(3) the names and email addresses of 3 references. Remember that applications are not complete until at least 3 signed and dated letters of recommendation are received.

Applicants can have letters sent directly to Shakila Mack at We will begin reviewing applications right away and that the search will remain open until filled. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Nina Moreno at

Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After five (45) days positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy you will be contacted by phone or email.

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