American Sign Language Visiting Professor (non-tenure track)
Company:
Ohio University
Job Location:
Athens, 45701-2979
Category:
Sign Language
Type:
Full-Time
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete the online application and attach required documents which includes:
Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by the posting closing date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20163124F
Job Description
The Department of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences in the College of Health Sciences and Professions invites applicants for a visiting faculty position to teach American Sign Language (ASL) and other related courses on the Athens campus. The Department offers a full array of ASL courses and serves over 1000 students per year. This is a 9-month full-time visiting faculty position beginning August 16, 2026. This is a one-year term with the option to renew for up to three years depending on performance and funding. The 四虎影视 workload will be a minimum of 24 credit hours per year.
Other responsibilities may include recruitment and recommendation of part-time faculty, student recruitment, academic advising, curriculum development, and program review and evaluation.
Minimum Qualifications
Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
04/14/2026
Posting Close Date
Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by May 15, 2026.
Job Category: Visiting Professor
Months
9 month
Planning Unit: College of Health Sciences & Professions
Work Schedule
M-F, 8-5 (flexible)
Campus: Athens
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Becky Munhall, brooksb1@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete the online application and attach required documents which includes:
- Resume/curriculum vitae
- List of at least three (3) professional references with current contact details, including telephone and email addresses
- Statement of 四虎影视 philosophy
- Cover letter which includes a brief self-introduction video in ASL (via a YouTube link)
- Unofficial transcripts
- Documentation (official report) of your measured ASL proficiency evidenced by any of the following (upload under the document titled, "other"):
- SLPI: Score of Advanced or above
- ASLPI: Score of 3+ or above
- ASLTA: Qualified/Certified level or above
- NIC/CDI or other equivalent ASL or Interpreting score report
Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by the posting closing date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20163124F
Job Description
The Department of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences in the College of Health Sciences and Professions invites applicants for a visiting faculty position to teach American Sign Language (ASL) and other related courses on the Athens campus. The Department offers a full array of ASL courses and serves over 1000 students per year. This is a 9-month full-time visiting faculty position beginning August 16, 2026. This is a one-year term with the option to renew for up to three years depending on performance and funding. The 四虎影视 workload will be a minimum of 24 credit hours per year.
Other responsibilities may include recruitment and recommendation of part-time faculty, student recruitment, academic advising, curriculum development, and program review and evaluation.
Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in Deaf Studies, ASL education, ASL studies, cultural anthropology or related field by the start date.
- Teaching experience related to ASL.
- Significant intensive language study and immersion in ASL.
- Master's Degree in American Sign Language or related field.
- ASLTA Certification, NIC Certification, or SLPI (see special instructions to applicant for additional details)
- 5 years intensive language study and immersion in ASL
- Expertise in any of the following areas: ASL, Deaf Culture and Community, Deaf Education, ASL Linguistics, ASL Literature, Disability Studies and/or Second language Acquisition.
Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences
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Job Open Date04/14/2026
Posting Close Date
Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by May 15, 2026.
Job Category: Visiting Professor
Months
9 month
Planning Unit: College of Health Sciences & Professions
Work Schedule
M-F, 8-5 (flexible)
Campus: Athens
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Becky Munhall, brooksb1@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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