ASL Lab Instructor

ASL Lab Instructor

Job no: 520344

Work type: On Campus

Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: ASL Lab Instructor

Employee Classification: Instructional Asst Professor

Division Name: Academic Affairs

College/Unit: College of Education

Department: Special Education

Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The ASL Lab instructor will oversee students in labs associated with ASL courses. The ASL Lab instructor will collaborate with the course instructor-of-record to plan and execute practical activities for students during these labs. Lab activities are meant to support students at various levels as they develop proficiency in ASL.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life (eligibility determination)

- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options

- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents

- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here:

Illinois State University, IllinoisState.edu, was founded in 1857 as Illinois’ first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State’s Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride.

Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens’ high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability’s top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online’s list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State’s campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Starting at $400 per month based on Part Time Equivalent for a 1-credit hour course.

Required Qualifications

1) Bachelor's degree or higher in special education or closely related field.

2) A minimum of 3 years of work experience as a special educator or in a related field working with individuals with disabilities.

3) Candidates must be able to demonstrate proficiency in American Sign Language.

4) Candidates must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position, as mandated by state law.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience instructing at the college level.

Experience with learning management systems (i.e. Canvas)

Work Hours

Varies

Proposed Starting Date

August 16 in Fall Semester, January 1 in Spring Semester

Required Applicant Documents

1) CV or Resume

2) Cover Letter

3) Reference List with 3 references

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Contact Information for Applicants

Mindy Ely

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at .

Application Opened: 05/22/2025 08:15 AM CST

Application Closes:

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ASL Lab Instructor

Opened

05/22/2025

Closes

Department

Special Education

The ASL Lab instructor will oversee students, and collaborate with the instructor of record, in labs associated with ASL courses helping students develop proficiency in ASL

Current Opportunities

ASL Lab Instructor

Opened

05/22/2025

Closes

Department

Special Education

The ASL Lab instructor will oversee students, and collaborate with the instructor of record, in labs associated with ASL courses helping students develop proficiency in ASL