Lecturer, Full-time Non-Tenure, Communication Sciences & Disrorders, American Sign Language en Baylor University

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, within the Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences at Baylor University, invites applications and nominations for a Lecturer in American Sign Language to join our dynamic and collaborative team. This appointment is a renewable full-time, benefits-eligible, teaching-focused position with a 6-year promotion path to Senior Lecturer for successful candidates and a 12-year promotion path to Teaching Professor for highly successful candidates. (see: Policy on Full-Time Lecturers, Senior Lecturers, and Teaching Professors at Baylor University).

The primary responsibilities of this position will be teaching courses focused on the use, comprehension, and function of American Sign Language (ASL). Lecturers may also be asked to participate in collaborative research, and engage in departmental, university, and professional service. Application reviews will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Academic rank for this position will be at the Lecturer level, commensurate with experience and credentials.  

The salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. To be fully considered all application materials must be submitted by November 10, 2025.

In keeping with the mission of Baylor University, applicants must show evidence of an active Christian or Jewish faith. 

About the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders offers a residential bachelor’s in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, an ASL minor program, residential and online master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, and PhD degrees in Communication Sciences and Disorders; the program is CAA certified. Currently, the program is comprised of approximately 300 undergraduate students, 100 residential graduate students, nearly 350 online graduate students, and seven PhD students.   

About Baylor University

Baylor University is located in Waco, Texas and is the oldest college in the state. It has a diverse student population of 21,000 and is recognized as one of the top universities in the nation, achieving R1 institution status by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor also made it to the honor roll of "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education. It offers competitive salaries and benefits, allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Baylor's new strategic plan, Baylor in Deeds, guides the University as it continues to fulfill its mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community. 

• A Master’s or doctoral degree in the field of ASL, Deaf Studies, or a related field (required)
• Minimum of five years of college-level teaching experience
• 4.0 or better on the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI)
• American Sign Language Teacher Association (ASLTA) certification (preferred)
• Evidence of an active Christian or Jewish faith

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To be fully considered all application materials must be submitted by November 10, 2025.

To apply, please use the Interfolio link (apply.interfolio.com/169250) to submit:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Contact information for three professional references
• Official transcripts for the highest degree earned

All applicants must complete the self-disclosed Religious Affiliation Form in Interfolio. 

Inquiries regarding the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Samantha Dvorak at:  [email protected]