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Early Language Acquisition Specialist (Academic Year) #60011586

State of South Carolina

Spartanburg County, SCFull-time$37–62K/yrPosted 1y agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$37–62K/yr
Location
Spartanburg County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The specialist provides statewide American Sign Language instruction, language mentoring, and professional development to educators, families, and community members, while also delivering online virtual ASL learning and designing Deaf Mentor training activities that support children’s skill acquisition in natural environments.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ASL InstructionLanguage MentoringProfessional DevelopmentOnline Virtual LearningDeaf Mentor TrainingActivity DesignNative ASL User

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in American Sign Language or Associate's Degree or High School Diploma3+ Years ASL Teaching Experience

Full job description

Provide statewide ASL instruction to professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, children and community members; provide statewide language mentoring to children and their families in their natural environment; provide statewide professional development for specific skill development; provide online and virtual ASL learning opportunities. Provide Deaf Mentor training in the natural environment by designing activities that will promote the child's acquisition of skills in a variety of developmental areas. Must have a Bachelor's Degree in American Sign Language (ASL) or related field and 3 years of experience teaching ASL, or upon approval from HR, an Associate's degree in the above areas with 5 years experience or a HS Diploma with 8 years of experience in above areas; Native or near-native ASL user. If selected for an interview you must provide verification of your highest level of education (i.e., copy of BA Degree, high school diploma, college transcript) and if applicable, licensure and/or certification (i.e., nursing licensure, teacher licensure, bus driving certification).

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