ASL Teacher & Deaf Culture Advocate

O'Gorman High School; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Gorman High School in Sioux Falls, SD seeks an American Sign Language Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year.

The role emphasizes teaching ASL with linguistic focus areas, promoting the school's Catholic mission, classroom management, using technology, collaborating with staff, and participating in events.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher, state certification or ASL endorsement, and demonstrate fluency in ASL.

Qualifications

• Catholic mission alignment required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher with teacher certification.
• ASL proficiency with Deaf culture understanding.
• Endorsement in ASL or alternative pathway acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools.
• Plan, prepare and deliver ASL instructional activities.
• Develop lesson plans aligned to curriculum maps.
• Establish clear learning objectives.
• Teach ASL with foundational to advanced language focus.
• Introduce basic Deaf culture values and etiquette.
• Provide varied instructional resources and adapt to student needs.
• Use technology to support instruction.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress and provide feedback.
• Maintain accurate student records and grades.
• Support student well-being and discipline as needed.
• Participate in school events, meetings, and parent conferences.

Skills

ASL Expertise

Catholic Education

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Pastoral Support

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

State teacher certification

ASL Endorsement / SLPI or ASLTA path

Praxis PLT or equivalent

Job description

O'Gorman High School in Sioux Falls, SD seeks an American Sign Language Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year.

The role emphasizes teaching ASL with linguistic focus areas, promoting the school's Catholic mission, classroom management, using technology, collaborating with staff, and participating in events.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher, state certification or ASL endorsement, and demonstrate fluency in ASL.