The Program in Linguistics at Colgate University is seeking applicants to teach one section of a new in-person introductory course in American Sign Language in spring 2027, with the possibility of renewal for future semesters. A masters or doctoral degree in ASL Education, Deaf Studies, Deaf Education, or a closely related field is required. Direct experience teaching ASL at any level is also required. Experience teaching at the post-secondary level and knowledge of second-language instruction, ASL Education, ASL linguistics, ASL literature, Deaf culture, Deafhood, or Deaf Identity is preferred. Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position, and all new hires are subject to a background check.
Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. This hire will add a new language offering to Colgate and will be supported by the Program in Linguistics and the Keck Center for Language Studies. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and research, and Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their cover letter, applicants should address how their approach to teaching might create an inclusive educational environment. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at this website.
The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page here. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.
Please submit a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for two professional references through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/196425.
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