Sign Language Trainer

We are seeking an independent contractor to train our employees on basic American Sign Language (ASL) words and phrases. The Sign Language Trainer will work with a small number of employees three times per month to advance their ASL and assist them in providing better support to our clients who use ASL.

Each month, a different cohort group of employees will attend three 30–—to 60-minute training sessions once per week. During the sessions, the Sign Language Trainer will train on basic ASL words and phrases and build on each training session. Each session must have a developed curriculum that includes a predetermined set of words and phrases. Our employees may assist in building the curriculum for that month to direct it toward their clients needs.

The Sign Language Trainer is on an as-needed basis; if there is little or no interest in training for a particular month, we would not need services that month. On average, the Sign Language Trainer will work 4 - 5 hours monthly. 

Duties:

• Create curriculum based on individual cohort needs, informed by employees working directly with clients who use ASL.

• Tailor curriculum to each cohort’s needs, adding or removing from the list of words and phrases as necessary.

• Hose three classes per month to train employees on basic ASL words and phrases.

• Provide take-home materials for employees to reference when practicing outside of class.

• Conduct informal assessments of skills to ensure employees' understanding.

Qualifications:

• Fluency in ASL and experience using ASL to communicate with others.

• Individuals using ASL as their primary language, encouraged to apply.

• Experience in developing training or writing curriculum preferred.

• Experience in training or ASL specific training is preferred.

• Excellent time management and communication skills.

Merrick, Inc. offers a unique variety of life enrichment, employment, and vocational rehabilitation to more than 375 clients. We are the largest day program in Ramsey County with a 60-year history of leadership in person-centered planning, self-advocacy, meaningful work options, and continuous innovation.

Our Commitment to DEI 

We are dedicated to building a diverse team of employees who have a ongoing commitment to strengthening diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. 

If you are excited about this role and you feel that you would be an asset to this position, regardless of your past experience, we highly encourage you to apply. We value people for all life, education and work experience.