Human Resources » Faculty http://hr.keuka.edu Just another Keuka College weblog Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:27:10 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 ASL-English Interpreting Educator Position http://hr.keuka.edu/faculty_positions/asl-english-interpreting-educator-position http://hr.keuka.edu/faculty_positions/asl-english-interpreting-educator-position#comments Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:41:52 +0000 jfolts http://hr.keuka.edu/faculty_positions/asl-english-interpreting-educator-position ASL-English Interpreting Educator Position
Keuka College, located in the Finger Lakes region of central New York, is an independent liberal arts-based college and a national leader in experiential education.  We invite applications for an Assistant Professor of ASL & ASL-English Interpreting.
Position:  Full-time (10 month) tenure-track position (pending budget approval); teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester.
Starting Date: August 16, 2010.
Rank:  Assistant Professor
Responsibilities
•         Teach ASL & ASL-English interpreting courses
•         Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and program planning with the ASL and ASL-English Interpreting Programs Director and colleagues
•         Work closely with the ASL & ASL-English Interpreting Program Director and colleagues.
•         Provide academic advising to students in the major
•         Develop internship and practicum opportunities for pre-service interpreters
•         Participate actively in recruitment and retention of ASL & ASL-English Interpreting students
•         Contribute to the College and Humanities and Fine Arts Division through participation in College and Division functions, activities, committees
•         Demonstrate continuing professional and educational growth and maintain expertise in areas of teaching responsibility
Qualifications:
•         Master’s degree in ASL Linguistics, Interpreting, Deaf Studies, Deaf Education, or related field required
•         Native/near-native proficiency in ASL required.
•         Possession of the ASLTA Certification, Certificate of Interpreting (CI), or NIC from the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or Certification from the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA).
•         Teaching experience related to ASL, Deaf Studies, & Interpreting programs for at least 5 years at the post secondary level.
•         Skill in establishing and maintaining effective professional/working relationships with faculty and students
•         Leadership & teamwork skills
•         Skill in the use of SANS Sony Soloist and other ASL lab equipment and software
•         Skill in the use of multiple forms of electronic communication, such as pager, email, & VP
Salary:  commensurate with credentials and experience.
Application process (please send electronic copies of material whenever possible)
•         Letter of application (outlining interest in the position, qualifications, and approach to teaching)
•         Current Curriculum Vitae
•         Names of current professional references with VP, cell phone numbers and e-mail contact information
•         Three letters of recommendation
•         Transcripts of all academic work (unofficial copies acceptable at this time)
•         Video of ASL skills and interpreting skills (see guidelines below)
Video of ASL skills and interpreting skills guidelines
•         You may use DVD/CD or USB using quick time or media player. Label the work with your name, topic and date.
•         Video of ASL Skills: The video should begin with a signed introduction (approx. 5-minutes in length) that includes your name, background, your experience teaching ASL & Interpreting in the higher education settings, why you are applying for an Assistant Professor in ASL & ASL-English Interpreting faculty position, and what your teaching philosophy is. Please provide the transcript of your signed information for those who have no ASL skills.
•         Video of Interpreting Skills (Deaf or hearing): You should provide two un-rehearsed segments that include Spoken English to ASL / Deaf Interpreting (5 minutes) and ASL to Spoken English Interpreting / Deaf Interpreting (5 minutes).
Send materials to:
Ms. Janice Folts, jfolts@keuka.edu
Keuka College Human Resources, 141 Central Avenue, Keuka Park, NY 14478-0068
Review of application materials will begin immediately.

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The ASAP Full Time Tenure Track Professor of Social Work (ranked) is responsible for teaching domestic undergraduate and graduate courses offered through the Center for Professional Studies (ASAP). Teaching assignments require travel to branch locations throughout Central and Western New York. The qualified candidate will have expertise and teaching experience in BSW social work curriculum. This position also supports academic program quality and student success through activities such as advising, course and curriculum development, and professional development. The faculty member will:

  • Deliver course instruction in traditional, accelerated, and online formats.
  • Serve as an advisor to students/cohorts
  • Coordinate the activities of the student cohort advisors
  • Serve as a liaison for student and instructor concerns
  • Assist with the recruitment and evaluation of prospective adjunct instructors
  • Participate in the ongoing professional development and evaluation of instructors
  • Support ongoing curriculum review/revision and updates
  • Maintain an active role in continuous quality improvement activities of the CPS and program area.
  • Contribute to the College and community through participation in College functions, community activities, and committee service
  • Demonstrate continuing professional and educational growth and maintain expertise in areas of teaching responsibility

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Deliver a teaching load determined by the VPAA, AVP, and Division Chair. This teaching load may include a variety of instructional delivery formats including offsite and or online.
  • Advise students and their cohorts
  • Coordinate curriculum development and update activities
  • Work with the Division Chair and Program Director in the recruitment and assessment of instructors
  • Coordinate the practicum field placements of students in collaboration with the Associate Field Director and in support of instructor cohort advisors
  • Collaborate with CPS administration, staff, and division to ensure program quality
  • Support the Student Services department in addressing student issues regarding instruction and college policy and procedure
  • Meet other program needs as directed by the Division Chair, Program Director, and AVP for the Center for Professional Studies
  • Assist the Division Chair in accreditation processes
  • Participate in Social Work division meetings and related activities
  • Contribute to the College and community through participation in College functions and community activities

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a Masters in Social Work degree (MSW) from a CSWE accredited program, (Doctorate or ABD preferred) in an appropriate discipline specific field with appropriate related professional background
  • Computer experience with Microsoft Office
  • Experience with Course and Learning Management Software in support on online coursework
  • Excellent planning, communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for ambiguity
  • Demonstrated ability to work, effectively, with diverse groups of people
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in teaching non-traditional students in non-traditional, accelerated, online, and other formats
  • Academic expertise and teaching experience in BSW social work education.

The review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This is full time tenure track position that will work under a 12 month contract.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, cv and three references to:

Keuka College
Sara DeFilipps
Assistant Manager of Human Resources
One Keuka Business Park
Penn Yan, NY 14527
E Mail: sdefilip@keuka.edu (preferred)
Fax: 315-279-5407

Keuka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.  AA/EOE

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Keuka College is a private, independent, liberal arts institution located in the Finger Lakes region of New York, with branch campus locations throughout upstate NY. The college is continuously accepting applicants to teach as part-time adjunct instructors for adult degree programs offered in Rochester, Canandaigua, Batavia, Geneva, Auburn, Syracuse, Corning, Elmira and other areas of upstate NY.  Programs include B.S. in Organizational Management, B.S. in Criminal Justice, B.S. in Nursing, M.S. in Nursing, B. S. in Social Work, M.S. in Management and M.S. in Criminal Justice Administration. Applications are invited for the following areas of study:

•    Criminal Justice – Facilitate courses in criminal justice, abnormal psychology, criminal law, ethnic diversity, leadership and human resources.
•    Social Work – Facilitate courses in general social work practices, human behavior, ethics and diversity, and substance abuse and families.

Experience in Adult Education preferred. Master’s degree required;  Social Work applicants require a MSW with two years of practice experience. Must possess earned doctorate or JD for graduate level courses.

Send your letter of interest, resume and references to:

Sara DeFilipps, Assistant Manager of Human Resources
Keuka College
Center for Professional Studies
One Keuka Business Park
Penn Yan, NY 14527
sdefilip@keuka.edu (preferred)
Fax: (315) 279-5407
AA/EOE

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