The University seeks a person who is fluent in American Sign Language, with high energy, enthusiasm, and vision to work within the department to teach full time in the BA- ASL aspect of the program. The Department offers coursework at the undergraduate level in American Sign Language (BA- ASL with three tracks; ASL -General, K-12 Teaching, and Educational Interpreter).
At the graduate level the department has a Master’s degree in Deaf Education and another in Deaf Studies. At the Doctoral level, the department has a long-standing Ed.D. in Deaf Studies and Deaf Education. In addition, the BA and MS areas offer coursework leading to teacher certification.
What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities
Advise and counsel undergraduate ASL majors
Teach undergraduate courses as program needs mandate.
Serve on departmental, college, and university committees as necessary.
Meet other day-to-day responsibilities of the faculty position as necessary.
The candidate must possess strong leadership skills and interpersonal skills with demonstrated work experiences with colleagues exhibiting positive collegiality.
Faculty reports to the Chair of the Deaf Studies and Deaf Education Department.
Courses are taught face-to-face on campus in Beaumont.
Physical Requirements:
Minimal lifting
Who We Are:
Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits:
Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University
Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)
Have an earned Master’s degree in Deaf Education, American Sign Language, Linguistics, or a closely related field.
Knowledge of Deaf culture and extensive personal and professional experiences within the Deaf community as well as fluency in American Sign Language.
Demonstrated teaching.
Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience)
Ability to demonstrate depth of knowledge and understanding in ASL Acquisition by L1 and L2 learners
Masters in teaching of ASL
Preference Will Be Given To Candidates:
Who are Native ASL users.
Certification Required
Key Competencies
Physical Requirements
Work Hours
Job Conditions
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code
51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Lamar Expectation of Quality
Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.
Essential Functions
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 06/27/2024
Close Date 09/27/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/14436
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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