Employment

Adjunct ASL Faculty Position 

 Storrs Campus  

 Accepting Applications for Fall 2025 

Summary: The American Sign Language Studies Program at the University of Connecticut, Storrs, has three adjunct openings for fall 2025: 

ASLN 1101 Elementary American Sign Language I (first level of ASL) Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00-6:10 and Thursdays 5:00-6:00 

ASLN 1101 Elementary American Sign Language I (first level of ASL) Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:20-7:30 and Thursdays 6:10-7:10 

ASLN 1101 Elementary American Sign Language I (first level of ASL) Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:40-8:50 and Thursdays 7:20-8:20 

All three courses are offered only in person.  The first day is August 25th, 2025.  The last day of classes is December 4th with final exams the following week (TBD).    

Our continually expanding ASL Studies program offers six levels of ASL courses including several courses related to Deaf studies, linguistics, and interpreting. Quality and dedicated teaching is a top priority, and we seek enthusiastic faculty who are committed to teaching excellence and supporting students in an effective and inclusive learning environment. Studies Major offers six levels of ASL courses including several courses related to Deaf studies, linguistics, and interpreting. Quality and dedicated teaching is a top priority, and we seek enthusiastic faculty who are committed to teaching excellence and supporting students in an effective and inclusive learning environment.  

Minimum Qualifications: At least two semesters experience teaching ASL or Deaf related courses at the college level. Native or near native fluency in ASL, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and student body. Knowledge and experience with Signing Naturally curriculum, Blackboard, and GoReact. 

Preferred Qualifications: A master’s degree or higher with six semesters experience teaching ASL courses at the college level including the use of technology for instructional and educational purposes.  ASLPI (American Sign Language Proficiency Interview) 4 or higher. ASLTA (American Sign Language Teacher Association) Teacher Certification.  

Appointment Terms: This is a temporary position for one semester, with the possibility of extension depending on program needs and available funding.  

Compensation:   $2,062.00* per credit, $8,248.00 per course (ASLN 1101 is a 4-credit course). 

To Apply: Submit a letter of interest indicating professional and teaching experience. Letter of interest can be submitted using ASL (YouTube preferred, set to private, and embedded link attached to your resume). Also include any teaching evaluations (if available), current resume or CV, and at least two letters of recommendations.  Letters of recommendations can be submitted in either English or ASL (YouTube link preferred) and should include the following information:    

  • Recommenders contact information and position  
  • How long they have known you  
  • A statement about your qualifications and success in teaching ASL  
  • Be no more than 1 page in length (English) or 5 minutes in ASL.  
  • Created, either written or in ASL, no earlier than September 1, 2023.  

Email documents to Linda Pelletier at linda.pelletier@uconn.edu. Please visit UConn Department of Human Resources Other Opportunities for more information. Successful applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.   

Additional Information: 

This post serves as an “open pool” where applicants will be contacted based on the availability and scheduling needs of courses.  

Courses are taught in person at the Storrs campus.  

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at Office of State Ethics. 

UConn benefits from a team of dedicated staff interpreters provided by the University of Connecticut Interpreting Service (UCIS).  

Inquiries should be sent to Linda Pelletier, Linda.pelletier@uconn.edu. For more information about the ASL Studies program, please visit UConn ASL. 

*Effective August 23, 2024, per AAUP Wage Reopener article 19.7, there is a new Adjunct Faculty per credit minimum rate, $2,062 per credit. For Adjuncts with more than two academic years (four semesters) of continuous employment, the minimum remuneration shall be a 2% increase rate. For Adjuncts with more than six academic years (twelve semesters) of continuous employment, the minimum remuneration shall be a 3% increase rate.