Instructor American Sign Language

100% Instructional Duties: Teach a specified number of ASL undergraduate/graduate courses per semester for the Special Education American Sign Language for which lecturers would be needed are ASL 1 2 3 and 4.

• As an instructor for the university primary duties and responsibilities include: teaching in a specific field developing course materials developing and managing syllabi creating lectures and assignments grading student work advising students and holding office hours.
• All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues be current in the field and are required to adhere to departmental school/college and university polices and procedures.
• Prepare for and attend all class meetings.
• Develop assignments administer tests evaluate student work provide timely feedback to students and assign grades.
• Lecturers may work with Program Director to determine format and schedule for course(s).

Disclaimer
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Jennifer A. Kurth Ph.D.



Required Qualifications
Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) descriptions of work experience and educational experiences in letter of application (2) record of accomplishments and productivity addressed in resume and (3) information provided from professional references.

1. Masters Degree in Deaf Studies American Sign Language Deaf Education or a related discipline.
2. Demonstrated experience and excellence in teaching as evidenced in application materials.
3. One year or more of experience teaching ASL.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements institutional standards of academic and professional excellence alignment with peer institution benchmarks and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

1. Experience with Signing Naturally curriculum.
2. ASLTA certification.
3. Experience using Canvas LMS.

Position Overview
The University of Kansas Special Education Department invites applications for part-time instructor positions as course instructors in American Sign Language (ASL). Positions vary and are dependent upon the need if any each semester. The primary role is instruction. The appointment dates will vary based on the program needs. The courses for this program will be taught at the KU Campus in Lawrence KS.

The Instructor is an instructional adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. This is a term appointment for the Fall 2026 semester. Renewal will be based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations not to exceed two continuous semesters.

This position is subject to acollective bargaining agreementbetween The University of Kansas and United AcademicsUnited Academics of KU AAUP or the State of Kansas is a right to work state you have the right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.

Due to complex state employment laws the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California Idaho Minnesota and Delaware. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start date of the position.


Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application includes: (1) Online application with the following attached; (2) Resume; (3) a cover letter; (4) a list of three professional references including contact information.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.