Amazing Athletes Afterschool ASL Instructor

We are seeking an enthusiastic and engaging ASL Instructor for our afterschool program at PS166! This position is a wonderful opportunity to share the beauty of American Sign Language and Deaf culture with Kindergarten through 5th grade students. We're looking for someone who can make language learning fun, visual, and interactive while fostering a sense of communication, empathy, and cultural appreciation.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Teach the basics of ASL in a way that's developmentally appropriate, interactive, and fun for elementary-aged students.
- Design and implement engaging lessons that incorporate games, storytelling, songs, and visual aids.
- Help students build confidence and pride in learning a new language they can share with friends and family.
- Introduce students to elements of Deaf culture to foster inclusivity and awareness.
- Collaborate with admin to manage student progress and behavioral expectations.
- Communicate effectively with management regarding student and program-related matters.
- Utilize company-wide digital platforms to perform administrative tasks (e.g., taking attendance, submitting incident reports).
- Maintain an encouraging and structured learning environment while celebrating creativity and individuality.

This is you:

- Experience working with students, preferably elementary age.
- Basic to fluent proficiency in ASL; ability to model and explain signs clearly.
- Punctual, reliable, and passionate about teaching and language.
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
- Energetic and warm, with a strong sense of cultural sensitivity and respect.

The Schedule:

- Day: Tuesday (part-time availability)
- Time: 2:40 PM - 5:40 PM (broken into two sessions: early session 2:40 PM-4:20 PM and late session 4:20 PM-5:40 PM)
- Season begins September 4th, however we are looking for candidates who can commit for the full 2025-26' school year.

The Location:

- PS 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology
- 132 W. 89th Street, New York, NY 10024

The Application Process:

- Please apply here or email your resume outlining your teaching experience and passion for working with elementary-aged students to View email address on click.appcast.io.

Join our team and make a positive impact on the youth! We look forward to receiving your application.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

- Enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Education, Linguistics, or a related field.
- Teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in curriculum development.
- At least 1 year of teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students.
- Experience teaching ASL or working in Deaf/Hard of Hearing settings.

Benefits

- Compensation: $30-35 per hour, depending on experience.
- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering the next generation.
- Grow personally and professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Enjoy the unique opportunity to combine your expertise with creative teaching methodologies.