ASL Video:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipktXkezCUM&t=11s

Instructor Duties: 

Teach weekly Sign Language classes using a standardized curriculum (TrueWay). Design and teach weekly lesson plans using teaching strategies to include various learning styles. Assess student learning and progress. 

Course Schedule:

Classes will be taught in person at a corporate campus in a designated city (see below) to employees interested in learning Sign Language. Classes will be offered at days/times depending on the times agreed upon by the instructor, site and site ambassador(s). As of now, we are looking for someone who is available to teach starting in September 2024 (Must be available between 9 AM - 4 PM  in their respective time zone). 

LOCATIONS:

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   Chicago

   
   


2. 
   

   Dallas

   
   


3. 
   

   Seattle

   
   


4. 
   

   Council Bluffs

   
   


5. 
   

   Mountain View (Tuesdays and Thursdays only)

   
   

COMPENSATION: $50 - $125/hour (depending on experience)

REQUIREMENTS:

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  Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing

  
  


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  Native Sign Language fluency

  
  


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  Minimum four years of experience in teaching American Sign Language

  
  


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  Reliable internet, computer, mouse and keyboard and other equipment necessary for teaching

  
  


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  An adaptable curriculum for adult corporate learners (without tests, homework or grading requirements) 

  
  


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  Adhere to ASLTA Code of Ethics
  

  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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  Ability to articulate, represent professional demeanor and ability to take initiative

  
  


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  Command of theoretical knowledge of human behavior and learning including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation, and feedback techniques

  
  


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  Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with a wide-range of people including teachers, parents, and students

  
  


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  Proven written and signing communication skills

  
  


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  Strong organizational and planning skills

  
  


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  Effective problem solver and self-motivated learner

  
  


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  Ability to use instructional adaptive technology tools in online courses and in person

  
  


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  Technological knowledge and comfort to conduct classes on virtual platforms (including by not limited to Google Meet, Zoom, Webex, etc)

  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the instructor is frequently required to stand and sometimes walk and sit. The instructor must use hands, arms and fingers to input data, handle, feel or reach. While performing the duties of this job, the individual may occasionally push or lift up to 15 lbs such as boxes, supplies, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

*This job description is subject to change at any time.

To Apply:

Please include your resume and a cover letter with your application detailing your background, your experience with True Way ASL and why you are interested in becoming an ASL teacher with DSPA.  If you prefer, you are welcome to submit this cover letter with a link to a video in ASL.