American Sign Language Tutor, Language Resource Center
- Employer
- Johnson County Community College
- Location
- Overland Park Main Campus
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
Job no: 493926
Work type: Part-time Temporary
Location: Overland Park Main Campus
Categories: Student Services, Tutors and Lab Aides
Posting Job Title
American Sign Language tutor, Language Resource Center
Department
Academic Affairs
Position Type
Part-time Temporary
Number of openings
1
Job Summary
The American Sign Language Tutor in our Language Resource Center will tutor students enrolled in JCCC American Sign Language classes up to 12 hours per week, embedded in ASL classes, online, and in the LRC. The ASL Tutor will visit American Sign Language classes to announce/advertise tutoring services, and to assist as needed.
The ASL Tutor will also assist in the Language Resource Center as needed and maintain cleanliness and organization of materials in tutoring area.
Required Qualifications
Minimum completion of Intermediate American Sign Language or equivalentHigh school graduate or equivalent
Excellent communication skills in both English and ASL
Ability to work independently but take direction as needed
Ability to learn and utilize effective tutoring techniques following best practices
Familiarity with Zoom or other videoconferencing software
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in American Sign Language, Deaf Studies, Interpreting, Deaf Education, or related fieldTwo years of tutoring or teaching experience
Additional credit hours in ASL beyond Intermediate
Native signer or like ability
Required application documents
Resume
Hours per Week
12
Work Hours/Days
Varies, depending on department need
Salary Grade Level
LVL3
Salary
$14.06 per hour
Location
Overland Park Main Campus
Disclosures
Every employee of the college is expected to treat all members of the college community with dignity and respect demonstrating professional, courteous and respectful behavior and engage in constructive conflict resolution, when needed.
In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.
Johnson County Community College welcomes the application of any qualified candidate and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors which cannot be lawfully considered, to the extent specified by applicable federal and state laws.
If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email Hr@jccc.edu.
For a summary of all disclosures (Background check, Clery Act, ADA, EOE, etc.) refer to the links on our Career page.
Advertised: 07 Jul 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Jul 2021 Central Daylight Time
Organization
Working at Johnson County Community College
With more than 34,000 students enrolled in credit and continuing education classes each semester, Johnson County Community College is the state's third largest institution of higher education and the largest of its 19 community colleges.
JCCC offers a full range of undergraduate credit courses that form the first two years of most college curricula. The college has more than 100 transfer agreements with area colleges and universities that ensure admittance to specific programs such as business, engineering and education. JCCC students are able to begin their first two years of a four-year degree program here and complete that degree on schedule.
In addition, more than 50 one- and two-year career and certificate programs prepare students to enter the job market in high-employment fields. The college maintains extensive student support services such as computer labs, math labs, a writing center and a learning center.
JCCC’s continuing education program is the largest, most comprehensive in the Kansas City area. Through the Center for Business and Technology, participants can take courses in management and computer application or seminars and workshops that lead to professional certification and licensure. Personal enrichment classes, on topics ranging from gardening to money management, are also offered, while nationally and internationally performing and visual artists appear in the performance spaces and Gallery of Art in JCCC’s Carlsen Center.
The campus, centrally located in the county on 234 acres, opened in 1972. There are 18 major buildings on campus. Currently under construction are the Regnier Center and the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art.
JCCC’s full-time faculty and staff numbers about 875. Another 1,800 people work as adjunct faculty or part-time staff. Most faculty members have master’s degrees, and many have or are earning doctorates.
JCCC returns about $2.70 to the community for every tax dollar it collects. The college's total tangible economic impact on the community is more than $182 million annually.
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