American Sign Language with Allison M.

Ages taught: Male: 13 and up; Female: 13 and up MY BACKGROUND: My journey with ASL began at age 6 – from shy little friend to a Professional interpreter, teacher, tutor, mentor, workshop trainer, evaluator, agency owner, advocate, and friend. I began interpreting in 1984 and thereafter received my degree in Public Service - Interpreting / ASL, and later a Bachelors in Principles and Methods of Language Education; and thus have been involved in Sign Language, Education and with the Deaf Community for nearly 40 years. CLASSES: My classes are tailored to the student(s), their goals and learning style, with the desire to help each student achieve a high level of fluency in the language, the culture and the community of the Deaf. My curriculum is a combination of my own and an accredited program through which students can obtain a full transcript for each level if desired. I offer ASL Class primarily online; however, I am available locally for on-location classes for homeschoolers, small businesses, community organizations, etc., evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Use "Ask a Question" to see if this option will work for you. Some of the classes I offer: • Homeschoolers - semester equivalent; accredited courses • Private classes and Tutoring • Group classes • Business-specific classes - 6 weeks - Choose 45-60 min. NOTE: FAMILY/GROUP PACKAGES AVAILABLE - Use "Ask a Question" link to inquire about these special rates. Especially good for homeschoolers and others needing structure and assessment who will be learning together. If you have a need that doesn't exactly fit the parameters you see here on my Profile page, please message through "Ask a Question." I will respond quickly to try to work out an arrangement for you and/or your family. For students with more extensive exposure to ASL I will evaluate at first class for placement in higher levels. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: I believe that total immersion is the best way to learn a language; so I incorporate experiential situations into each level and encourage students to find opportunities to immerse themselves in the language and culture of the Deaf. The methods I use are proven time and time again to produce positive and even rapid results. ABOUT ME: Other than teaching ASL, I am an artist, landscape designer, border collie lover, and health-foodie. My daughter is bilingual ASL/English from infancy. My husband also signs fluently. Even our border collies understood sign language! This is our life. I would love to help you make it part of yours.