American Sign Language (ASL) Tutor

Simone's Tutoring; Dubai; On-site; AED 39,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based pay

Work from home or client sites

Job summary

Simone's Tutoring is seeking a compassionate ASL Tutor to support learners in Dubai and surrounding areas through personalized ASL instruction. The role focuses on developing communication skills for academic, family, or professional purposes and emphasizes Deaf culture and inclusive education.

This freelance position offers a 60% commission on completed sessions and requires MOHRE eligibility. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Deaf Education or related field, fluency in ASL,

Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) required.
• Two+ years of teaching or tutoring ASL.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in Deaf Education, Education, Linguistics or related field.
• MOHRE Tutor Permit or eligibility to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' current ASL proficiency and learning goals.
• Deliver personalised one-to-one or small-group ASL lessons.
• Teach ASL vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, and signing.
• Introduce learners to Deaf culture and communication etiquette.
• Adapt lessons for diverse ages and needs.
• Support students preparing for ASL coursework or proficiency assessments.
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to learners and parents.
• Collaborate with Simone's Tutoring specialists to provide holistic support.

Skills

ASL fluency

Experience teaching ASL

Inclusive teaching practices

Patience and adaptability

Progress assessment

Flexible freelance schedule

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Deaf Education or related field

MOHRE Tutor Permit or eligible

Job description

Workspace
Online (remote)
Student's home
Tutor's home (where approved)
Schools
Corporate offices (for business language training)

Freelance / Commission-Based

Role Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced American Sign Language (ASL) Tutorto support children, teenagers, adults, and families in developing effective communication through American Sign Language. You will provide personalised instruction tailored to each learner's communication goals, whether for academic support, family communication, professional development, or personal enrichment. The ideal candidate is passionate about Deaf culture, inclusive education, and empowering learners through accessible communication.

Key Responsibilities

Assess students' current ASL proficiency and learning goals

Deliver personalised one-to-one or small-group ASL lessons

Teach ASL vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, conversational skills, and expressive/receptive signing

Introduce learners to Deaf culture and communication etiquette

Adapt lessons for children, adults, and learners with diverse educational needs

Support students preparing for ASL coursework or proficiency assessments where applicable

Monitor student progress and provide regular feedback to learners and parents

Collaborate with Simone's Tutoring specialists to provide holistic educational support

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Deaf Education, Education, Linguistics, Special Education, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

MOHRE Tutor Permit or eligibility to obtain

Minimum 2 years' experience teaching or tutoring American Sign Language

Demonstrated fluency in American Sign Language

Preferred Qualifications

National ASL teaching certification or recognised interpreter qualification

Experience teaching both children and adults

Knowledge of inclusive education and special educational needs

Experience working with Deaf or Hard of Hearing learners

UAE Licensing Requirements

Tutors and educational specialists operating in the UAE are required to hold a valid MOHRE Tutor Permit or equivalent work authorisation. Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, the relevant permit before providing in-person services. Please ensure compliance with UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation regulations.

UAE Visa & Work Eligibility

Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the UAE through one of the following:

Own UAE Employment Visa

Green Visa

Freelance Permit

Dependent Visa with legal work eligibility

Any other valid UAE work authorisation

Required Experience

2+ years teaching or tutoring American Sign Language

Experience supporting learners of different ages and abilities

Experience delivering personalised one-to-one instruction

Required Skills

American Sign Language fluency

Inclusive teaching practices

Patience and adaptability

Progress assessment

Flexible freelance schedule — work around your existing commitments

Competitive session rates

Work from home or deliver sessions at students' homes / schools

Be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team

Supportive, collaborative working environment

Opportunity to build a meaningful private practice in Dubai

Simone's Tutoring is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all professionals. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experience levels.

Compensation
Earn 60% commission on all checked-in, completed, and fully paid lessons and language programmes.
Commission is paid on successfully completed sessions after client payment has been received.
Payments are processed monthly.
Independent contractor position.

About the Company

Simone's Tutoring is a premium home-based educational support company providing tutoring, learning support, early intervention, special educational needs support, therapy partnerships, coaching, and holistic wellbeing services across Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Al Ain. We deliver personalised, child-centred services in students' homes, online, and in schools while collaborating with qualified professionals from multiple disciplines.

Compensation
Earn 60% commission on all checked-in, completed, and fully paid lessons and language programmes.
Commission is paid on successfully completed sessions after client payment has been received.
Payments are processed monthly.
Independent contractor position.