ASL Instructor
PART-TIME AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) INSTRUCTOR (IN-PERSON)
Help Students Discover the Power of American Sign Language
Location: 30 Marguerite Dr, Oakland, CA 94618
Start Date: August 11, 2026
Pay: $30–$40 per hour (depending on experience)
Course Outline:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Y_dLI-aM3jBG8exQpZCpLc8ig3uzLyg9/view?usp=drive_link
Inspire Communication. Build Confidence. Create Inclusive Learning Experiences.
Do you enjoy using American Sign Language to connect with others and help people learn something meaningful?
We're looking for a Part-Time American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor to lead engaging, interactive classes for students during our Fall 2026 enrichment program. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with young learners and wants to make ASL fun, approachable, and engaging.
Whether you've taught ASL before, use ASL regularly, are studying Deaf Studies, or simply have strong ASL skills and enjoy teaching others, we'd love to hear from you.
You'll receive curriculum guidance and ongoing support, so you can focus on creating an enjoyable, welcoming classroom where students feel excited to learn.
What You'll Do
- Teach engaging, interactive ASL lessons in an encouraging classroom environment
- Introduce students to everyday signs, fingerspelling, basic conversations, and practical communication skills
- Use games, activities, storytelling, and visual learning techniques to keep students engaged
- Introduce students to Deaf culture and the importance of accessible and inclusive communication
- Encourage participation, curiosity, and confidence as students practice new skills
- Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students with different learning styles and experience levels
- Create a positive, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment
- Monitor student progress and provide encouragement throughout the program
- Maintain effective classroom management and organization
- Communicate professionally with school staff and program coordinators
- Arrive prepared and ready to create a great learning experience
We're Looking For Someone Who
- Is comfortable communicating in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Enjoys working with children or students
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Creates an engaging, patient, and welcoming learning environment
- Is dependable, organized, and professional
- Can explain concepts clearly and encourage student participation
- Is open to learning and receiving feedback
- Has experience teaching, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, volunteering with youth, or leading groups (preferred, but not required)
Bonus Qualifications (Not Required)
We especially encourage you to apply if you have experience or education in areas such as:
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- Deaf Studies
- Education
- Linguistics
- Speech and Language
- Child Development
- Special Education
- Youth Programs
- Community Outreach
If your background looks different but you believe you'd be a great fit, we encourage you to apply.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Competitive pay: $30–$40 per hour based on experience
- Flexible, part-time schedule
- Curriculum and instructional support provided
- Gain valuable teaching and leadership experience
- Help students build communication skills and confidence
- Share a language that promotes accessibility and inclusion
- Join a supportive team that values creativity, collaboration, and student success
This Role May Be a Great Fit For
- ASL instructors
- ASL tutors
- Deaf Studies students or graduates
- Fluent ASL users
- Interpreters looking for part-time teaching opportunities
- Educators
- College students
- Graduate students
- Youth program leaders
- Camp counselors
- Speech and language professionals
- Anyone who enjoys teaching, mentoring, and helping students learn through ASL
Apply Today
If you're passionate about helping students communicate in new ways and creating an engaging learning environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us this fall and help students build confidence, develop meaningful communication skills, and gain a greater appreciation for American Sign Language and Deaf culture.