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Job Title Modern Languages and Literatures, Instructor of American Sign Language, Non-Tenure Track (One-Year)
Position Title Modern Languages and Literatures, Instructor of American Sign Language, Non-Tenure Track (One-Year)
Position Number
Job Category University Faculty
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Exempt
Campus Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code MODERN LANGUAGES (02107A)
Department Name MODERN LANGUAGES
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No
Duties and Responsibilities

Loyola University Chicago (LUC), College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures invites applications for a Temporary, One-Year Instructor Appointment (non-renewable) for academic year 2023-2024. The successful candidate will be joining a department with more than 20 full-time faculty members, over 12 majors and minors, and a graduate program in Hispanic Studies. For more information about the Department of Modern Languages & Literatures, please visit its website at .

Located on Chicago\'s vibrantly multicultural North Side, LUC is committed to creating an inclusive, responsive community of faculty, students, and staff. As an urban-based Department of Modern Languages and Literatures dedicated to mentoring a diverse student body, many of whom come from underrepresented and underserved populations, we especially encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups. We also encourage applications from scholars committed to interdisciplinarity (i.e., working with colleagues across different subfields and disciplines) and from candidates who can further the University\'s efforts to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This search is part of a university-wide, multiyear hiring initiative designed to hire outstanding researchers and teachers who are reflective of our diverse student body and committed to interdisciplinarity (i.e., working with colleagues across different subfields and disciplines). Of special interest are candidates who can further the University\'s efforts to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Duties and Responsibilities: Teach four undergraduate courses per semester ranging from beginning to high intermediate level ASL courses, as well as courses in deaf culture, and potentially coordinate the work of additional ASL instructors as needed. Work with the Chair and other MLL and CAS colleagues to develop and propose a minor in ASL for the Department and the College of Arts and Sciences.
Qualifications

The candidate will have at minimum an MA in Sign Language Education. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of (or clear potential for) student mentorship. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.
Physical Demands None
Working Conditions None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

The candidate will have at minimum an MA in Sign Language Education. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of (or clear potential for) student mentorship. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.
Open Date 06/20/2023
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit to (1) a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position criteria outlined above; (2) a current Curriculum Vitae; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy; and (4) a statement addressing past or potential contributions to engaging a diverse community through teaching and service. References will not be contacted immediately but might be at subsequent points in the review process.

David M. Posner, Ph.D., Chair
Department of Modern Languages and Literatures
Loyola University Chicago
1032 W. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago, Illinois 60660

Review of applications will begin 19 June 2023 and continue until the position is filled.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. The University seeks to increase the diversity of its professoriate, workforce and undergraduate and graduate student populations because broad diversity - including a wide range of individuals who contribute to a robust academic environment - is critical to achieving the University\'s mission of excellence in education, research, educational access and services in an increasingly diverse society. Therefore, in holistically accessing the many qualifications of each applicant, we would factor favorably an individual\'s record of conduct that includes experience with an array of diverse perspectives, as well as a wide variety of different educational, research or other work activities. Among other qualifications, we would also factor favorably experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career or degrees.

As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC\'s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university\'s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation\'s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
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Posting Details

Posting Detail

Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 08/14/2023
Position End Date
Open Until Filled Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents * Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Statement
• Inclusive Excellence Statement

• Writing Sample
• Scholarly Publications
• Teaching Evaluations
• Other Document
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Multi Media
• Resume

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