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Position Title
Lecturer-Pool Faculty of World Languages and Cultures (ASL) - 1 position to be filled
Requisition
202500160F
Rank
Lecturer-Pool
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type
Part-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department
Dept of World Languages and Cultures
Open Date
12/04/2025
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45567
Contact Name
Maria Barker, Ph.D.
Title
Chair
Sam Houston State University
Department of World Languages & Cultures
Box 2147
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
936-294-1979
Contact Email
worldlanguages@shsu.edu
Duties Performed In The Usual Course Of The Job
The American Sign Language Program at Sam Houston State University seeks lecturer-pool instructors for introductory and intermediate American Sign Language courses. Positions are primarily online with existing course infrastructure provided, allowing instructors to focus on teaching rather than course development.
Lecturer-Pool faculty teach one to four courses per semester based on enrollment. Course requirements include teaching online, or a combination of online teaching and on-campus classes at the main campus in Huntsville, depending on the needs of the academic department. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based upon student demand, on a semester-by-semester basis.
Educational Requirements For The Position
The primary requirement for the position is the completion of 18 graduate credit hours in American Sign Language beyond the Bachelor’s degree. The ideal candidate will also have prior experience and a strong interest in teaching ASL at the university level.
Experience Required For The Position
Prior university-level teaching experience preferred.
Other Requirements For The Position
This posting is for Spring 2026 semester.
Special Instructions Summary
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
Lecturer-Pool Faculty of World Languages and Cultures (ASL) - 1 position to be filled
Requisition
202500160F
Rank
Lecturer-Pool
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type
Part-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department
Dept of World Languages and Cultures
Open Date
12/04/2025
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45567
Contact Name
Maria Barker, Ph.D.
Title
Chair
Sam Houston State University
Department of World Languages & Cultures
Box 2147
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
936-294-1979
Contact Email
worldlanguages@shsu.edu
Duties Performed In The Usual Course Of The Job
The American Sign Language Program at Sam Houston State University seeks lecturer-pool instructors for introductory and intermediate American Sign Language courses. Positions are primarily online with existing course infrastructure provided, allowing instructors to focus on teaching rather than course development.
Lecturer-Pool faculty teach one to four courses per semester based on enrollment. Course requirements include teaching online, or a combination of online teaching and on-campus classes at the main campus in Huntsville, depending on the needs of the academic department. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based upon student demand, on a semester-by-semester basis.
Educational Requirements For The Position
The primary requirement for the position is the completion of 18 graduate credit hours in American Sign Language beyond the Bachelor’s degree. The ideal candidate will also have prior experience and a strong interest in teaching ASL at the university level.
Experience Required For The Position
Prior university-level teaching experience preferred.
Other Requirements For The Position
This posting is for Spring 2026 semester.
Special Instructions Summary
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
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