American Sign Language Teacher

School Year

Location:

Kodiak Campus, Jacksonville, FL

Job Type: Full-Time | 10-Month Contract

Salary:
Starting at $49,500 (based on experience)

Global Leadership Academy is seeking a qualified and passionate High School American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher to provide standards-based instruction and support student achievement in world language acquisition. The ideal candidate will create an engaging, inclusive classroom environment that develops students’ ASL communication skills, cultural awareness, and understanding of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.

• Deliver standards-aligned American Sign Language instruction for high school students
• Develop students’ proficiency in ASL communication, including expressive and receptive signing skills
• Teach ASL vocabulary, grammar, conversation skills, and Deaf culture awareness
• Incorporate cultural understanding and real-world applications to enhance language learning
• Assess student progress and use data to inform instruction
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs
• Maintain a structured, positive, and inclusive classroom environment
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and school staff
• Participate in professional development, department meetings, and school activities

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Valid Florida Teaching Certificate in American Sign Language (K-12) or related certification
• Strong communication, instructional, and classroom management skills
• Knowledge and understanding of Deaf culture and ASL linguistics

• 3+ years of teaching experience
• Experience teaching ASL at the secondary level
• Experience working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students or the Deaf community

• Monday through Friday
• 8-hour shift
• in-person position

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off

Global Leadership Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.