ASL Specialist

Published Date September 23, 2025 to June 30, 2026 Job Type Full time Salary Range $46,095—$88,705 annually ASL Specialist (Tuition) WRSD is seeking a skilled ASL Specialist to provide comprehensive language program for students who are deaf and hard of hearing. To implement individual educational plans within the school’s curricular framework, to subscribe to and support the school’s mission. Primary Duties Assess the language needs of each child and plan an appropriate language program.Assess educational materials and be an active participant in the selection of said materials in conjunction with administrators.Provide language instruction as determined by individualized educational programs. Participate in the writing of each child’s educational plan and attend team reviews.Provide written quarterly progress reports as appropriate.Evaluate each student’s American Sign Language development using formative assessments regularly. Participate, as required, in Willie Ross School meetings and serve on committees when requested by an administrator.Participate in workshops and other in-service training sessions as scheduled during specified school hours.Work effectively with the Classroom Teachers, Speech-Language Pathologist, Educational Audiologist, and all related service providers.Work with other teacher(s) or Instructional Assistant in a team situation.Implement and use technology as appropriate to enhance curricula. Maintain records for each child.Responsible for short and long-term planning of daily lessons and activities and for providing written plans and schedules for substitute teachers. Requirements Masters degree.Preferred Massachusetts Certification as a Foreign Language Teacher.Superior Plus rating on the SLPI exam or comparable sign language proficiency exam within two years of hire. Knowledge of communication modalities. Salary will be based on degree(s) and experience. If Interested, Please Send Resume And Contact Information To Erika Kaftan Education Director 32 Norway Street Longmeadow, MA 01106 ekaftan@wrsdeaf.org Available Positions List of Services Teacher of the Deaf Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf Physical Education Teacher Teacher of the Deaf—English Teacher Teacher of the Deaf—Early Childhood School Counselor Instructional Assistant Substitutes Early Interventionist ASL Specialist Spanish Translator List of Services List Item 1 Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer. Item Link List Item 1 List Item 2 Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer. Item Link List Item 2 List Item 3 Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer. Item Link List Item 3 List Item 4 Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer. Item Link List Item 4