Early Language Acquisition Specialist (Academic Year) #60011586

State of South Carolina; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement and savings plan

Telecommuting and flexible work Sched.

Job summary

State of South Carolina seeks an ASL instructor to provide statewide instruction to professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, families, and communities. The role includes mentoring families and delivering statewide professional development, as well as online ASL courses and Deaf Mentor training in natural environments.

The incumbent will design activities to promote skill development across multiple developmental areas, working statewide in various settings and environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in ASL or related field with 3 years of ASL teaching experience.
• Associate's degree with 5 years ASL teaching experience as approved by HR.
• High school diploma with 8 years ASL teaching experience and native or near-native ASL user.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide ASL instruction to professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing students.
• Provide statewide language mentoring to families and communities 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 promote the child's acquisition of skills across developmental areas.

Skills

ASL

Teaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree in ASL or related field

Associate's degree in ASL-related field

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

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.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

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.

Additional Comments

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).

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Do you 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?

• Yes
• No

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Have you previously been employed by the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question