ASL American Sign Language Instructor

The Northern Recreation & Leisure Services Division is seeking a American Sign Language Instructor Are you passionate about American Sign Language and Deaf culture Do you enjoy inspiring others through inclusive engaging education The Department of Parks and Recreation Prince Georges County Glenn Dale Community Center are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic ASL Instructor to join our team and help learners build meaningful communication skills.

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Prince Georges County Parks and Recreation please contact Joelle Edmondor Brenda Miller.

• Teach American Sign Language courses to students of varying skill levels

• Create a welcoming inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learners

• Develop engaging lesson plans that incorporate Deaf culture history and real-world communication

• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback

• Encourage confidence cultural respect and a love of learning ASL

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• ASL teaching certification or degree in ASL Deaf Studies Education or a related field

• Experience teaching in academic community or online settings

• Native or near-native ASL proficiency

Preferred

• ASL teaching certification or degree in ASL

• Native or near-native ASL proficiency

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Fluent expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language

• Effective instructional and classroom management skills

• Ability to design engaging visually based lesson plans and activities

• Skill in assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse learners

• Proficiency in using instructional technology and visual learning tools

• Adaptability in teaching methods to accommodate varying learning styles

May be subject to medical drug and alcohol testing.

This position does not provide benefits.

A complete criminal background check will be completed before hire.

Work hours

• Any Mornings after 9:30 am (Except Sundays we are closed)

• Any Evenings after 5:30 pm (Except Sundays we are closed)

Working Conditions/Environment

• Instruction may take place in a classroom community center workplace setting

• Work requires clear visual communication including frequent use of American Sign Language facial expressions and body language

• Instructor will be positioned where all students have an unobstructed view for effective visual learning. Class size 10 student max

• Classroom environment is inclusive culturally respectful and aligned with Deaf-centered communication practices

• Use of visual teaching aids such as videos presentations whiteboards and interactive activities

• Lighting and seating arrangements are designed to support visibility and accessibility

• May involve standing moving around the classroom and sustained arm and hand movement during instruction

• Schedule may include daytime evening or weekend hours depending on Instructors availability

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.