After I receive my degree where can I start a job as a teacher for deaf children?

Question

I am an American Sign Language student and my dream it to become a sign language teacher or a educational interpreter. I'm looking for some kind of heads up on how and where to start once I'm done. My plan is to finish school and go right into my profession.

Answer 1

You will get better answers if you ask at this very active deaf forum http://www.alldeaf.com It has thousands of members that also include sign language interpreters, educators, etc. So check it out! That should help you get the information you need.

Answer 2

The education department at the UNIV you attend should be able to help. Otherwise, contact the state's Department of Education where you might seek employment. Florida has a wonderful school in St. Augustine. Ray Charles was there for a while as a child.

Answer 3

Look very closely at the NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND law in your state. i'm currently a Deaf Education major and i had to add on a minor of History in my junior year so that i can get a job when i'm done b/c a MA is not enough now.

Answer 4

If your state or locale has a Department of Human Services (or known by some other name) I would consult that org. for references.
Some locales even have GROUPS that meet, who commonly do need someone with your skills. %Many CHURCHES need Interpereters that sign before the congregation. - Many organizations (civic, political, and other) are in desperate need of skilled ASL Interpereters.

Answer 5

american school for the deaf in connecticut

Answer 6

any school I guess......just have to send in applications.

Friend of mine in Columbus, OH did this and she got a job in Columbus at the School for the Deaf.

Nice profession....glad to see someone in it

Answer 7

Try this place --> http://www.vsdbs.virginia.gov/