The Department of Modern & Classical Languages & Literatures (MCLL) at Wichita State University seeks a passionate and student-centered educator to join its American Sign Language program as an Assistant Educator of American Sign Language with a focus on Interpreter Education.  This is a 9-month, non-tenure track faculty appointment beginning August 2, 2027. 

This position offers the opportunity to foster a new generation of ASL interpreters while contributing to a growing and collaborative language department that values applied learning, community engagement, and service.  The successful candidate will help strengthen connections between the university, the Deaf community, and professional interpreting environments while fostering student success through innovative teaching and mentorship.

Success in this role means that students graduate with stronger ASL fluency, basic/foundational interpreting skills, and meaningful connections to the Deaf community.  Through collaborative teaching, mentorship, and service, you will help advance interpreter education while contributing to a vibrant academic environment and the greater Wichita community.