Teacher, American Sign Language (ASL) - .67 FTE - RHS

American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher - .67 FTE - Riverside High School

The start date for this position is August 19, 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Riverside High School: 

Riverside is the newest comprehensive high school in the West Linn-Wilsonville School District. One unique aspect of Riverside is that we are a school of choice for all students within the district. We will open as an International Baccalaureate high school that will focus on creating meaningful educational experiences for students. 

Overview of the Position:

The American Sign Language teacher is responsible for providing instruction in American Sign Language. This position is for .67 FTE. This position will develop and implement curriculum in vocabulary and linguistic structures of ASL as well as the cultural perspectives of the Deaf Community. Provide instruction in receptive and expressive process of ASL. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Select and develop appropriate curriculum for the instruction of ASL.
• Select and develop assessments which would evaluate student competence in expressive and receptive aspects of ASL.
• Prepare and maintain related documents indicating student progress.
• Write lesson plans that are aligned with objectives and goals of curriculum and ASL Content Standards
• Assess student progress regularly, keeping accurate records and providing progress reports as required, and communicating with parents as deemed necessary
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest level of the students; develop rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner
• Differentiate curriculum to meet the individual learning needs and interests of students with a wide range of performance levels
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques to meet the learning needs of a diverse group of learners
• Support special educator in the development of IEP goals for each student that addresses their needs comprehensively
• Use appropriate strategies, materials, and other available resources that will assist the student to achieve instructional goals and objectives, and also behavioral goals addressed in the IEP Develop and maintain effective communication with team members, parents, colleagues and administrators 
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and building/department trainings
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Oregon teaching license with an endorsement in any area AND competency in ASL demonstrated by documentation of ONE of the following:

• Hold an American Sign Language Teacher Association (ASLTA) Provisional, Qualified or Professional Certification AND Provide evidence of American Sign Language Proficiency Interview rating of 3 or better; or, an ASLPI rating of Advanced Plus.
• Complete a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in teaching American Sign Language or equivalent preparation that meets the competency standards.
• Complete a Commission-approved program for American Sign Language specialization or equivalent preparation

Prior teaching/mentoring experience preferred.

A teacher in the West Linn-Wilsonville School District joins a community of professionals who embrace the district's mission and six guiding vision themes: 

How do we create learning communities for the greatest thinkers and most thoughtful people for the world?

Six Guiding Vision Themes

• Demonstrates personal and academic excellence;
• Provides a personalized education to improve student performance;
• Establishes community partnerships and expands the classroom beyond the school;
• Creates a circle of support for each student;
• Educates the whole person-intellectually, emotionally, physically, and ethically;
• Integrates technology in daily living.

Benefits:

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District offers a competitive benefits package, including District-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement (prorated based on FTE).  For a full list of benefits offered to our employees, please click here. Please note, Temporary staff are not eligible for Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement.

Community and District Information:

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District is nestled within two thriving cities, West Linn and Wilsonville, within the rural area of Clackamas County.  Both communities have a strong legacy of support for their schools, music and arts endeavors, and the overall well-being of their patrons.  The school district and surrounding communities have experienced steady, constant growth over the past three decades.  The estimated student population of the District as of December 2024 is 8,900. 

It is the policy of the West Linn-Wilsonville Board of Education and School District (WLWV) that no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veterans' status, genetic information, or disability shall occur if the employee with or without reasonable accommodation, is able to perform the essential functions of the position.  These protections apply to students, employees, and other members of the public.   West Linn-Wilsonville School District is committed to equal access and equal opportunity in all activities/services, educational programs, and employment.  Persons having questions regarding equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Director of Human Resources at the West Linn-Wilsonville School District, 503-673-7095. 

Salary : $37,205 - $73,960