This position will report to the building Principal in a midsize urban school district located in the Capital region of Upstate New York. The American Sign Language Teacher will inspire students to develop competencies, knowledge, and skills in comprehending and communicating in American Sign Language. This position will require knowledge of Deaf communities and will help students understand the differences and similarities between hearing and Deaf culture. This position requires a high degree of curiosity, imagination and a love for cultural differences.

ASL Teacher Expectations

Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive culturally responsive and anti-racist teaching and instruction program for students;
Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds;
Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of students, and design, develop, and implement sound instructional and educational programs;
Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment;
Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and design projects to enhance educational opportunities and experiences for all students.
Knowledge of New York State ASL Learning Standards
Demonstrated ability and/or commitment to developing and maintaining a strong ASL program, including developing degrees
ASL Teacher Key Qualities

Demonstrate for students the power of languages and how to use ASL language effectively;
Passionate about learning languages, student engagement, and communicating to all students they are great;
Inspire students to learn and not be afraid of making mistakes, try new cultures, and foster curiosity;
Passionate about cultivating their own language proficiencies;
Facilitates classroom interactions that foster intellectual and social emotional learning.
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