About the Role
This course is an introductory language course for students with little or no prior knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL). It provides an immersive introduction to ASL, with a focus on basic vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and appropriate behaviours for everyday interactions. The language is taught through various immersive activities, supplemented with readings and videos. A significant emphasis is placed on Deaf culture and issues facing the Deaf community.
Responsibilities
- Grading of assignments, tests, and exams
- Invigilation of tests/exams
- Teaching of tutorials (if applicable)
- Assisting instructors with design and implementation of assignments, tests, and exams
- Timely email communication with the instructor
Requirements
- Fluent in ASL and English
- Documentation of native or near-native fluency in ASL is required
- Knowledge of Deaf culture and/or lived experience with a Deaf community
- Minimum level of proficiency in ASL required is Level 5 of ASLPI
- Familiarity with various ASL curriculums, such as Signing Naturally and TRUE+WAY ASL (TWA), is essential
Skills
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- English
- Deaf culture
- ASL curriculums (Signing Naturally, TRUE+WAY ASL)
Location
- St. George (Downtown Toronto)
- Online
Work Type
- Online Asynchronous
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Sessional Lecturer II
- Sessional Lecturer III
Education Level
- Master's or PhD in a relevant field is preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $55.25 per hour
About the Company
- Faculty of Arts & Science
- Dept of Linguistics
- University of Toronto
Equal Opportunity
- Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.
- Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.
