ASL Lab Mentor

About the Role

William Woods University is seeking ASL Lab Mentors to support ASL students in language learning, conversation skills, and language mastery within the campus ASL Lab. This part-time role involves mentoring, creating activities, and assisting with lab operations under the supervision of ASL Interpreting faculty.

What You'll Do

• Tutor ASL students one-on-one or in small groups in an immersion setting on assignments and skills designated by instructors or identified as problematic.
• Design activities and materials, including ASL videos, with assistance from ASL and Interpreting instructors.
• Mentor students on the cultural and social conventions of the contemporary Deaf community.
• Provide online and videophone assistance to ASL & Interpreting students; support the lab's technology needs and equipment.
• Prepare and/or implement videotaping or digital taping of materials for ASL classes; maintain the ASL lab and materials; maintain student documentation as required.
• Attend trainings as required; maintain laboratory supplies; perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Instruct students on proper lab procedures for video-connected sessions; provide guidance and support to students using the ASL & Interpreting Lab and Bottega; support staff and faculty as assigned.
• Maintain timely contact with the designated lab liaison regarding scheduling; perform related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; American Sign Language fluency as determined by WWU ASL/Interpreting Faculty during interview.
• Experience: Prefer two years in a supportive educational setting with activities such as activity design, direct instruction, skill analysis and feedback, and matching activities to student skill level or teacher recommendation.
• Age/Background: Applicants must be twenty-one years of age or older and must pass the Missouri State Background Check.
• Skills: Basic computer applications, interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with people and complete projects; ability to work flexible hours, including evenings/weekends; ability to multi-task and work independently; willingness to learn Mac computer applications.

Nice to Have

• Two years of experience in a supportive educational setting (preferred) including activity design, direct instruction, skill analysis and feedback, and adapting activities to student skill levels.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary and benefits are not specified in the posting.