Job Information
Harvard University Preceptor in American Sign Language in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Details
Title Preceptor in American Sign Language
School Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/Area Department of Linguistics
Position Description
Position Description: The Department of Linguistics seeks applications for a full time preceptor in American Sign Language ( ASL ). The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2023 or January 1, 2024 (with a preference for July 1, 2023). The preceptor will be responsible for instruction of beginning and intermediate courses in ASL , as well as potentially advanced courses in ASL , Deaf history, literature, and/or sign language linguistics, depending on student interest and instructor expertise. The preceptor will also be responsible for working with the existing ASL instructional team on curriculum design and supporting the ASL program on campus. This is a new position in order to expand our course offerings in ASL .
The position is for three years, renewable for a term of up to five years, contingent on performance, enrollments, curricular need, position availability, and divisional dean authorization.
Keywords:*
faculty, instructor, lecturer
Boston, Cambridge, Massachusetts, MA, Northeast, New England
Fields: American Sign Language, Deaf studies, Sign Languages, ASL Literature, Sign Linguistics
Basic Qualifications
The successful applicant should have fluency in ASL and knowledge of Deaf culture, as well as at least two years of prior experience teaching ASL at the university level.
Additional Qualifications
A Masters degree or higher in a related field, proficiency/knowledge of other sign languages in addition to ASL , and lived experience with Deafness would all be considered highly valuable for someone with this position.
Special Instructions
Please submit the following materials through the ARIeS portal (https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/12355). Candidates are encouraged to apply by June 1; applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
Cover letter, including a description of prior teaching experiences teaching ASL and reflections on what made them successful, and comments on any efforts to encourage diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Names and contact information of three to five references, who will be asked by a system-generated email to upload a letter of recommendation once the candidate’s application has been submitted. Three letters of recommendation are required, and the application is considered complete only when at least three letters have been received.
Contact Information
Victoria Koc, Department of Linguistics, Boylston Hall, Cambridge MA 02138
Contact Email vkoc@fas.harvard.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or other protected status.
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Allowed 5
Keywords
faculty, instructor, lecturer
Boston, Cambridge, Massachusetts, MA, Northeast, New England
Fields: American Sign Language, Deaf studies, Sign Languages, ASL Literature, Sign Linguistics
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