LINGUIST List 22.5125 Mon Dec 19 2011 Jobs: American Sign Lang; Course Development: Teacher, Mango Languages Editor for this issue: Christy Bird <christylinguistlist.org> The LINGUIST List strongly encourages employers to engage in non-discriminatory hiring practices. We urge employers not to discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. However, we have no means of enforcing these standards. Job seekers should pay special attention to language in ads regarding employment requirements and are encouraged to consult our international employment page at http://linguistlist.org/jobs/jobnet.html. This page has been set up so that people can report on the employment standards of various countries. To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.     Michael Goulas , American Sign Language; Course Development: Teacher, Mango Languages Message 1: American Sign Language; Course Development: Teacher, Mango Languages Date: 19-Dec-2011 From: Michael Goulas <mike.goulasmangolanguages.com> Subject: American Sign Language; Course Development: Teacher, Mango Languages E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Mango Languages Department: Human Resources Job Location: ---------------- (Telecommute) Web Address: http://www.mangolanguages.com Job Rank: Teacher Specialty Areas: Language Acquisition; Course Development Required Language(s): American Sign Language (ase) Description: A course developer uses their native-language expertise to develop an entire on-line language course while working in cooperation with team members until course is successfully completed. Responsibilities: - Create lessons based on relevant and real conversations. A course developer is responsible for creating a language course that teaches practical and pragmatic lessons based on real conversations using company software and methodologies. Content will need to be precise and comprehensive, teaching language and culture by producing an optimal and natural language learning experience for the student. - Ensure exceptional translations. The course developer must be an excellent translator who provides literal translations, understood meanings and idiomatic expressions where necessary. - Create original culture and grammar notes to accompany lessons. In addition to the conversation, the developer will include grammar and culture notes that provide the student with insightful explanations of culture and grammar when needed. Requirements: - Native Speaker: Course developers must be native speakers of ASL, which includes a thorough understanding of grammar, culture, and idiomatic expressions. - Fluent in English. The courses are developed for English speakers. Full understanding and fluency of the English language and its grammar is needed for course creation. - Bachelor's Degree in Teaching ASL as a Foreign Language, Second Language Acquisition, Linguistics or Foreign Language Teaching. - 2 Years ASL Language Teaching Experience Preferred. - Flexible scheduling: All work will be done online. Need to have availability of a minimum of 20 hours a week. - Ability to work well with other team members. - Reliable internet connection and basic computer skills. - Excellent time management and communication skills. Please include cover letter with resume when applying for this position. Application Deadline: 10-Jan-2012 (Open until filled) Email Address for Applications: mike.goulasmangolanguages.com Contact Information: Michael Goulas Email: mike.goulasmangolanguages.com Phone: 248-254-7450 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 19-Dec-2011       About LINGUIST    |   Contact Us       While the LINGUIST List makes every effort to ensure the linguistic relevance of sites listed on its pages, it cannot vouch for their contents.