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Instructors shall integrate technology in the classroom and in homework assignments employing ... Minimum of 80 hours documented training in online language teaching. * All candidates will be ...

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Online Language Instructors often encounter challenges such as maintaining student motivation, addressing diverse learning styles, and managing technical issues. To overcome these, instructors can use interactive tools, adapt lesson plans for different proficiency levels, and provide regular feedback to keep learners engaged. Building rapport through video calls and fostering a supportive online classroom atmosphere also significantly enhance participation and learning outcomes.

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An Online Language Instructor teaches students a new language through virtual platforms, such as video calls or online learning portals. They design lessons, provide feedback, and tailor their teaching methods to the needs and proficiency levels of individual learners or groups. Instructors may also use interactive tools, digital resources, and multimedia content to make lessons engaging and effective. Their goal is to help students improve their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in the target language.

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Online American Sign Language Instructor (Remote)

Online American Sign Language Instructor (Remote)

LanguageBird

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

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Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Salary:

This is a remote online position. American Sign LanguageInstructorsresidingin any country are invited to apply.

Who are we?

We are a premier,accreditedOnline Language School seekingto expand our team of American Sign Language language instructors for the upcoming school year (2026-2027) to teach high school and middle school American Sign Language courses online. Our students are typically between the ages of 12 and 18 years old and are mostly taking American Sign Language to fulfill their high school World Language requirement. We offer Middle School and High School Levels 1-6+ of American Sign Language, and conversational and test/prep courses.

Our curriculum is ACTFL-aligned,and we donotuse a textbook to teach the language. Instead, we rely on ACTFL Can-Do Statements and real-world communication contexts to guide the lessons. Our syllabi are designed to accommodate atextbook-freecontext.We offer a Resource Library to guide instructors, but they areexpected to create/usetheir ownteachingmaterials. We follow Project-Based Learning anddontassess using quizzes, tests, or exams.

If you are creative, familiar with online teaching, student-centered, and enjoy teaching American Sign Language as a World Language, you will fit right in!

Responsibilities:

  • Teach one-on-one online lessons using Microsoft Teams.
  • Assign and correct homework assignments and projects.
  • Track grades and students progress.
  • Focus on student engagement and student success.
  • Demonstrategenuinerespect for all students.

Requirements:

  • 1-2+ years of experience teaching American Sign Language(online and/or in a school setting).
  • Native-like languageproficiency.
  • ABachelorsDegree.
  • Familiarity with technology and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong work ethicandinterpersonalskills.
  • US time zone (PST) with evening availability preferred.

*Be sure your submitted resume is in English. Applications without the required video will not be considered.

*Instructors onboarded for the upcoming school year (2026-2027) may start teaching earlier.

Job Type:Contract

LanguageBirdis an equal-opportunity employer.LanguageBirddoes not sponsor US work visas. Teachers are either given an international contract whileresidingoutside of the US or a US-based contract for those with permission to legally work in the US.Hourly rates aredeterminedby teaching experience, education, and other experience applicable to the role.

I understand and accept that if I am invited to teach atLanguageBird, myphotoand biography will be displayed onLanguageBird'swebsite.