Position: The University of Illinois Department of Speech and Hearing Science (SHS; http://shs.illinois.edu) is seeking to recruit an outstanding candidate to join our American Sign Language (ASL) teaching team. The potential candidate will be hired as a full-time instructor to teach undergraduate-level ASL courses.
Qualifications:
· Applicants must hold a B.A./B.S. degree.
· Native or near-native proficiency in ASL.
· Minimum of 2 years’ experience teaching ASL courses (e.g., ASL 1-4, Deaf culture, etc.).
· Demonstrate evidence of excellence in ASL and Deaf culture course instruction.
· Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree and/or certifications related to teaching ASL, ASL interpreting, and/or teaching in higher education.
Appointment Information: This is a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure-track instructor position with the option of remote work. The expected start date is August 16, 2025. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering available market data, internal equity, the candidate’s experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer is determined after a thorough assessment of these elements and is expected to be in the range of $58,000 to $65,000.
Responsibilities:
· Contribute to teaching needs in the undergraduate program, from ASL 1 to ASL 3 and Language and Culture of Deaf Communities.
· Work with the ASL team to develop and deliver online courses, with potential opportunities to contribute to program development and expand course offerings in ASL.
· Participate in departmental committees, as needed.
Application Procedure: To ensure full consideration, application materials should be submitted online at https://jobs.illinois.edu by April 18, 2025. The following materials are required: (1) a cover letter that addresses qualifications; (2) a statement of teaching philosophy; (3) teaching evaluations; (4) curriculum vitae; and (5) names and contact information for three professional references. Candidates will be notified before letters of recommendation are requested. All required information must be submitted for the application to be considered.
The Department, College, and Campus: The Department of Speech and Hearing Science is committed to enhancing communication across the lifespan by integrating research and clinical practice from the biological, behavioral, and social sciences. The Department is widely recognized as among the top departments in the nation. We offer an undergraduate degree and three graduate degrees (M.A., Au.D., Ph.D.). The Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Clinics are committed to translational research and interprofessional education and practice. You may visit http://www.shs.illinois.edu for additional information about the Department of Speech and Hearing Science and its programs.
The Department is part of the College of Applied Health Sciences, home to two interdisciplinary research institutes, the Center on Health, Aging, and Disability and the Chez Veterans Center. College faculty are active in interdisciplinary collaborations with colleagues in the College of Education, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Office of Inclusion & Intercultural Relations, La Casa Cultural Latina, the Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the Center for Social and Behavioral Science, and the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Initiative.
For further information about this specific position, please Laura Mattie (ljhahn@illinois.edu), Chair of the Search Committee. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.