Upward Bound Summer Academy Instructor- Sign Language

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
$27.00ph; not specified; not specified
Fully onsite (monday - thursday, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm during the five-week summer academy program)
American sign language fluency
Teaching strategies
Curriculum development
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an American Sign Language Instructor for their Upward Bound Summer Academy, responsible for teaching ASL to high school students. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree, teaching licensure, and fluency in ASL, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Job Summary

  • The Upward Bound Summer Academy Instructor is responsible for teaching courses in ASL to high school students within two federally funded Upward Bound programs.
  • The position requires creating a five-week summer course lesson plan that aligns with Arkansas Department of Education Smart Core Standards and maintaining student academic records.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an American Sign Language Instructor for their Upward Bound Summer Academy, responsible for teaching ASL to high school students. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree, teaching licensure, and fluency in ASL, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Salary

$27.00/hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • American Sign Language fluency
  • teaching strategies
  • curriculum development
  • student motivation
  • positive learning environment

Nice-to-have

  • academic role model
  • teamwork and collaboration
  • foster teamwork

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and high school teacher licensure
  • Master's degree and prior teaching experience
  • Fluency in American Sign Language
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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