American Sign Language (ASL) Tutors - Rhode Island Language Initiatives (Part-Time) - Northern Essex Community College

About the position

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

• 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

• 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

Nice-to-haves

• 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

Benefits

• Salary: $20.00 - $29.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and educational background
• Mileage reimbursement is provided