Upward Bound Summer Academy Instructor- Sign Language

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
$27.00ph; not specified; not specified
Onsite (monday - thursday, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm)
American sign language fluency
Teaching strategies and curriculum development
Student motivation and encouragement
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is hiring an Upward Bound Summer Academy Instructor for American Sign Language, aimed at high school students. The role requires teaching ASL and fostering a positive learning environment over a five-week summer program

Job Summary

  • The Upward Bound Summer Academy Instructor is responsible for teaching courses in ASL to high school students, promoting academic and personal success.
  • The position requires creating a five-week summer course lesson plan aligned 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 university contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is hiring an Upward Bound Summer Academy Instructor for American Sign Language, aimed at high school students. The role requires teaching ASL and fostering a positive learning environment over a five-week summer program.

Salary

$27.00/hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • American Sign Language fluency
  • Teaching strategies and curriculum development
  • Student motivation and encouragement
  • Positive learning environment
  • Academic role model

Nice-to-have

  • High school remedial curriculum knowledge
  • Study and test-taking skills knowledge
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and high school teacher licensure in subject area OR 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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