American Sign Language (ASL) Tutors – Rhode Isl… Position Available In Essex, Massachusetts

American Sign Language (ASL) Tutors – Rhode Island Language Initiatives (Part-Time)

Category:

Adjunct Faculty

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Locations:

Haverhill, MA

Posted:

Oct 28, 2022

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

PT No Benefits
Ref. No.: 157204

Position ID:

155139

Job Description:

POSITION

Part-Time American Sign Language (ASL) Tutors –

Rhode Island Language Initiatives:

Gallaudet University Regional Center at Northern Essex Community College

Anticipated Start Date:

Immediately, as needed

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Gallaudet University Regional Center seeks tutors across Rhode Island to provide in-home ASL instruction for family members who have a child aged 0-3 who is deaf or hard of hearing. Classes are held once weekly on a mutually agreed upon day and time. Classes continue until the enrolled child turns 3 years of age or until they are no longer enrolled in early intervention, whichever comes first. Tutors will need to hold that time weekly.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provision of in-home instruction for family members, including extended family when appropriate
Knowledge of Deaf Culture and resources for families in the Deaf community
Ability to follow the RISLI Curriculum and utilize familiar objects/events in the child’s natural environment as tools for teaching communication skills
Demonstrated ability to prepare for classes
Completion of required paperwork in a timely manner

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma and at least six (6) years relevant experience (required by Rhode Island Early Intervention)
Native-level fluency in American Sign Language
Experience teaching American Sign Language
Flexible schedule to accommodate families’ schedules
Firsthand knowledge of Deaf Culture and of resources available to families in the community
Demonstrated high standards of professional conduct, ethics, confidentiality, and neutrality
Demonstrated organization skills and good judgment
Excellent communication skills
Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable motor vehicle, or access to public transportation
Willingness to participate in training sessions as appropriate
Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) background checks are required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Educational background in child development, deaf culture, linguistics or other applicable field
Experience working with families in a professional capacity
Experience working with young deaf children

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.

Additional Information:

SALARY:

$20.00 – $29.00 per hour. Commensurate with experience and educational background. Mileage reimbursement is provided.