American Sign Language Teacher

Job Description

American Sign Language Teaching Position (Part Time)

Mission Statement:

Cardinal Newman School is a Catholic middle and high school whose mission is to provide an academically rigorous Christian education to young men and women from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. We challenge our students to embrace truth, pursue academic excellence, act with integrity, lead courageously, work for justice, and engage in generous service. We are a community where every student is known, the dignity of all is appreciated, and apparent and potential gifts are developed in mind, body, and spirit. CNS is accredited and has a long history of providing excellent college preparatory education to both Catholic and non-Catholic students.

Description:

Cardinal Newman School of Columbia, South Carolina is accepting applications for a dependable and qualified American Sign Language teacher (part-time) for the 2025-2026 academic year. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of ASL grammar, fluency in signing, experience creating engaging lessons that cater to diverse learning styles, and know the Deaf culture and community. New teacher orientation begins on August 6th.

Primary Responsibilities:

-Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the
school.
-Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the
school and Diocese.
-Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters.
-Understand and develop ASL curriculum aligned with ASLTA and ACTFL
standards, teach ASL vocabulary grammar, and cultural aspects, developing schedules,
lesson plans, and teaching methods that will help students cover the required content.
-Preparing and delivering lessons that are stimulating and clear, and assessing student
progress.
-Encourage classroom participation by all.
-Setting up tests, assignments, and projects and grading students fairly.
-Ensuring appropriate resources and consultation times are available to students, and
adapting instruction to meet individual student needs.
-Maintain strict records of student attendance, participation, homework, lab work, and
test results.
-Organizing guest speakers, literary events, and appropriate field trips, obtaining
parental permission for all students involved, and ensuring student safety when outside
the school.
-Attending staff and parent meetings, conferences, workshops, and other continuing
education programs.
-Handling various administration functions, which include updating student records and
keeping track of lab supplies, tools, and equipment.
-Ensuring a safe, healthy classroom environment where learning can take place

Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree in Deaf Studies, Linguistics, or a related discipline, although a
master's or above is preferred.
-ASL certification or equivalent certification.
-Teaching certification is preferred.
-Knowledge of teaching styles is recommended.
-Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills.
-Ability to inspire and motivate students.
-Strong multitasking skills.

To apply, please submit a resume, a non-official college transcript, and the contact information for two references (references will not be contacted until after an interview) to hr@cnhs.org. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the position is filled.

About the Employer

Originally founded in 1858 by the Ursuline sisters, Cardinal Newman opened on the parish grounds of St. Peter's Catholic Church in Columbia as both Ursuline and Catholic High schools, respectively, until moving to Forest Drive in 1961, where it remained until December 2015. In January 2016, Cardinal Newman opened a state-of-the-art, 75-acre campus at 2945 Alpine Road. Cardinal Newman School is a coeducational institution providing a well-rounded education in a college preparatory atmosphere for students in grades seven through twelve. A wide range of athletics, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities are also provided. Cardinal Newman School does not discriminate on the basis of color, national or ethnic origin in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.