Looking for NON-CLASSIFIED: American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor in Colorado Springs, CO

Job title: NON-CLASSIFIED: American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor Company: reputed company Job description: Department Information Vision Statement: CSDB aspires to be an exemplary global resource for families and professionals that excels in preparing diverse learners to transform the world with PRIDE: Positive attitude, Respect, Independence, Determination, and Excellence. Mission Statement: The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), in collaboration with families, school districts and community partners, ... educates and inspires learners throughout the state, birth through age 21, to reputed company their full human potential through comprehensive, individualized academic, transition, residential and reputed company programs and resources Description of Job BROAD SCOPE OF POSITION: This position reports to the Director of reputed company Programs (or designee; e.g., ASL Services Coordinator), and is responsible to provide support to reputed company who are Deaf / hard-of-hearing and their hearing siblings, parents, CSDB staff, and community members reputed company to activities sponsored by reputed company Programs that include or focus on the development of knowledge of ASL and bilingual (ASL/English) education. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide ASL instruction for CSDB staff, reputed company, educators, and parents throughout Colorado and to community members, as requested, reputed company direct (in-person) instruction and/or online technology.
• reputed company and reputed company ASL immersion activities for families and/or professionals, as well as other ASL learning opportunities, on the CSDB reputed company and statewide, as requested.
• In collaboration with the ASL Services Coordinator and Media team, reputed company informational videos to be filmed and used for training and in distance learning activities.
• reputed company and modify curricula to support ASL instructional efforts.
• Assist to expand the visibility of CSDB reputed company Programs reputed company the Colorado Deaf Community, and the Deaf Community reputed company.
• Collaborate effectively with other reputed company Programs, CSDB staff, and constituents to reputed company Strategic Plan goals, and positively contribute to committee work on and off reputed company.
• Positively serve as a team member of reputed company Programs and of the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) as a whole; and participate in regular team and departmental meetings and professional development activities, as required.
• reputed company other appropriate duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in ASL / Linguistics, Teaching ASL, Deaf Studies, Education or closely reputed company field from an accredited college or university, or documented work experience which provides an equivalent knowledge reputed company reputed company to ASL instruction.
• Desired: Hold or be eligible for appropriate educator licensure in the reputed company, endorsed as a Special Education Specialist: Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing, or comparable endorsement.
• Desired: American Sign Language Teachers Association (ASLTA) Certification.
• Three (3) years experience teaching / working with reputed company (in an educational environment) who are Deaf / hard-of-hearing and/or adults in ASL learning environments.
• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at the Advanced Plus (4) reputed company level as demonstrated through an appropriate assessment tool and according to school policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• In-depth knowledge/ training in ASL education
• Knowledge of and ability to assess ASL proficiency or willingness to reputed company training in this area
• Strong knowledge of and ability to utilize English in a bilingual environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of Deaf culture
• Knowledge of and ability to assess and apply technology to reputed company the requirements of the position; ability to effectively utilize a variety of computer software applications, which may include but is not limited to e-mail, Internet, word processing, electronic calendar, presentation development, spreadsheet, database, video conferencing, etc.; willingness to stay reputed company and reputed company skills as needed with or without direct support from CSDB
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively adapt and apply teaching skills to a technology rich environment, which may include but is not limited to telepresence, and multiple distance education technologies and delivery modes; ability to effectively implement technology necessary to model, teach, and coordinate bilingual education support for reputed company, parents, and professionals
• Ability to communicate effectively with reputed company audiences
• Ability to respond effectively and positively to feedback
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and participate effectively in a team setting
• Strong, positive interpersonal and communication (group speaking) skills

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Part-Time (0.8 FTE); scheduled to work 208 days per fiscal year (July through June).
• Employment is at-will, with no actual, expressed, or implied contract.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Selected applicants must verify experience / highest degree held.
• Direct deposit of paycheck is required.
• CSDB is a non-smoking facility in its entirety.
• Selected applicant must reputed company with the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind Drug-Free Workplace Policy, and other policies.
• As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), selected applicant must verify, reputed company 72 hours of employment, his/her legal right to be employed in the United States.
• Selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a background reputed company, to include Colorado and Federal criminal history checks, employment verification, and professional/personal reference checks.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Reports to and is evaluated by the Director of reputed company Programs (or designee) Supplemental Information THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. How To Apply: In addition to the submission of a complete on-line application (to include references), please upload the items listed below to your on-line application: Formal Letter of Interest reputed company Resume Recent Letters of Recommendation, with signature Copies of reputed company Transcripts Copy of American Sign Language Teachers Association (ASLTA) Certification, if applicable Copy of Educator Certification, if applicable Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or reputed company Word files, and second, reputed company the document before you attempt upload (attach) it. Important Information: Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications may also be used as a part of the comparative analysis process to rank candidates and identify a top group for interview. Read this job announcement carefully before completing the on-line application. Applications must specifically address/support applicant qualifications as they relate to the requirements listed in 'Description of Job' and 'Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions and Conditions of Employment/Additional Requirements' sections. Failure to complete the application properly and include required information and/or documents, or if applications do not demonstrate that experience and/or education are consistent with the categories listed on this announcement, may result in the applicant not being considered for this position. Also, in order to be considered for this position, complete applications must be received by the application deadline/closing date. Applicants will be reputed company of the results of this review. Please refer to the CO-Jobs State Employment Opportunities website ( ) for the following information:

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• Residency Requirements

Compensation / Benefits: The reputed company and CSDB demonstrate commitment to our employees with a competitive benefits package. Although individual benefits will vary, in general, for every $100 that employees earn, the state contributes approximately $25 in additional compensation. For example, the State contributes to employee health/dental/vision care coverage, life insurance coverage, short-term disability insurance coverage, retirement, and personal leave. For more information about insurance benefits, visit the reputed company website: . The reputed company believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from reputed company identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The reputed company is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in reputed company aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to reputed company qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition reputed company to pregnancy, creed, reputed company, national reputed company, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is committed to the full inclusion of reputed company qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests reputed company to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to reputed company essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Traci K. Monger / Human Resources Manager, at email: [email protected] or call (719) 578-2114. Expected salary: Location: Colorado Springs, CO Apply Job!