Community ASL Instructor
The Learning Center for the Deaf Inc·Framingham, Massachusetts
The Learning Center for the Deaf Inc·Framingham, Massachusetts
The instructor will teach ASL classes in-person and fulfill responsibilities related to instruction, including advising students and preparing class materials. They will also encourage ASL-related participation and report any concerns to the Community ASL Services Coordinator.
Description Communication Access and Services Non-Exempt/Hourly Temporary/Seasonal Part-Time Hourly Pay Range: $25.00 - $40.00 American Sign Language Required
Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employer-Matching 403(b), Generous Time Off Benefits, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care, and more!
About ASL Program TLC offers dynamic and engaging Community ASL Classes led by instructors who are Deaf and/or fluent ASL users. Our classes are small and encourage full participation in a fun and conversational setting. To learn more, click here.
The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click here.
For our Mission, click here.
This position aims to build a robust, in-house ASL class program for our community. The Learning Center for the Deaf ASL classes are among our many avenues in reducing systemic barriers to serving our own and other deaf students, families, and staff in a fully linguistically accessible, culturally competent manner. Successful implementation of this work should produce an increased value in the perspectives, identities, communication, and contribution of ASL and Deaf Culture, and strengthen the impact of ASL acquisition to counter language deprivation among deaf and hard of hearing children in our communities.
Teach ASL classes for the Community in American Sign Language in-person. Class schedules and availability are flexible and can be discussed during the hiring process.
Fulfill other responsibilities related to instruction, including but not limited to: advising and assisting students, prepare class materials, review and evaluate student progress, record class attendance, and provide class surveys and evaluations.
Use assessment results and feedback from student evaluations to improve teaching and learning.
Encourage and advise ASL-related participation and activities to maintain ASL fluency and promote Deaf culture competency among participants.
Report to Community ASL Services Coordinator with concerns or issues from the classes.
Attend In-Service and staff development activities, as appropriate.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor and/or Program Leader.
Two years of experience teaching ASL or a Bachelor’s Degree in American Sign Language, Deaf Education, ASL linguistics, or related fields Native or near-native ASL fluency Possess, or be willing to obtain within one year, a score of “Superior Plus” or “Superior” on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) Two years of professional experience teaching ASL to adult learners from diverse educational, cultural, and language backgrounds Documented formal training in using Signing Naturally or TWA Curriculum, or demonstrated ability to teach ASL using the curriculum Working knowledge of technology for virtual online instruction
Market context
Classroom teacher openings in Massachusetts are often driven by school staffing needs, student support priorities, and subject-area coverage. These roles are competitive because employers look for strong communication, classroom management, and the ability to meet state and district expectations; in this listing, the requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save candidates research time. Before applying, review the certification, schedule, and any required documentation to confirm you meet the posted qualifications.
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