American Sign Language Instructor

Summary of Position:

•   After School Matters is seeking committed, part-time instructors to teach its American Sign Language program during the summer, fall, and spring for 15 high school participants between the ages of 14 to 20.


• American Sign Language is an advanced apprenticeship.
• Students learn the essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and facial expressions/body language used in ASL.
• Instructors will supervise and lead students in understanding and expose teens to the importance of Deaf Culture and ASL basics.

The typical schedule for program sessions are as follows:

• Summer: 6 to 7 weeks, daily Monday through Friday, four instructional hours per day.


• Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings.
• Exact program meeting days/times are flexible, with some restrictions, so long as instructional hours are met.

Fall: