ASL; American Sign Language Specialist

• Position Type:
  Support Staff / ASL Specialist
• Date Posted: 5/27/2026
• Location:
  
  READS Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program
• Date Available:
  
  08/25/2026

ASL (American Sign Language) Specialist

READS Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Program

Excellent communication skills required in both ASL and written English.

Superior ASL proficiency rating on the SLPI or other comparable exam.

Proficient English skills (reading / writing).

Certification or Licensure: ASLTA certification or MA DESE Educator License as Foreign Language (ASL), Teacher of the Deaf (ASL/TC), related field, or eligible for licensure.

Full‑time ASL Specialist for the READS DHH Program located in the town of Norton and within Norton Public Schools with an additional program within the Bristol‑Plymouth Technical High School. The core job responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Evaluate students' ASL skills and determine the level of intervention needed.
• Consult DHH staff, host building educators, and parents/guardians as needed.
• Provide direct ASL instruction (individual, small or large group) to READS DHH students based on the presented caseload.
• Provide written input to IEPs (goals, progress notes, etc.) and updates at team meetings when needed.
• Offer ASL training as needed for staff in the areas of ASL instruction and evaluation.
• Consult and/or provide ASL training to students' families as needed.
• Support READS DHH Early Intervention initiatives as needed.
• Occasional home or district visits may be necessary to support students' families and the referral and eligibility process.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records.
• Perform other responsibilities as requested by the DHH Program Director or the READS Collaborative Executive Director.

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred.
• Background and knowledge of ASL linguistics and Deaf culture.
• Experience working with students who are Deaf or hard of hearing.
• Knowledge of language development, communication modalities, and augmentative alternate communication (AAC) or willingness to learn and collaborate.
• Experience working with students with additional disabilities.
• Ability to communicate and consult effectively and professionally with DHH and host school multidisciplinary staff to foster student growth and integration opportunities where appropriate.
• Ability to administer and complete professionally written reports for ASL student evaluations when needed.
• Ability to create and implement creative and engaging ASL lesson plans for individual, small, and whole group instruction.
• Knowledge of appropriate technology necessary for instruction, communicating with families, and coordinating with school personnel.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in educating students, including promoting the social and emotional well‑being of children.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of MA curriculum frameworks, or willingness to learn.
• Physical ability and willingness to execute job responsibilities.

Based on experience and education according to READS Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement $61,950 - $103,740