Lesson Details
Tony teaches
About
- Teaches students:
- and Ages 10+
- Teaching since:
- 1996
Hi, there! My name is Tony and I can't wait to meet you! I've been teaching formal and private lessons since 1996 and have loved helping my students learn American Sign Language while developing confidence in their skills. I went to Harding University and was trained and tutored by a Master ASL Instructor as well as the Deaf community. I'm a patient and fun person and my teaching style is highly interactive. I look forward to helping you reach your goals!
Experience
Department Head and ASL Teacher
Aug 2015 - PresentASL Teacher and Department Head of World Languages.
Mentor and Eagle Week Mission Trip Leader to Jamaica Deaf Schools.
Department Head/AVID Coordinator/Teacher
Aug 2012 - May 2015ASL Teacher and AVID Teacher helping students reach their full potential academically.
Teacher
Aug 2001 - May 2011ASL Teacher Levels I-V
Teacher
Aug 1996 - May 2001Education
BS Art education; ASL
Aug 1991 - May 1996Languages
ASL
Certifications
ASL Texas Teacher Certification
May 2012ASLTA Provisional Certifcation
Jan 2007Awards
Teacher of the Year Nominee
Apr 2015Teacher of the Year
May 1998Affiliations
American Sign Language Teachers Association
Aug 2006American Sign Language Teachers Association is a national professional organization of American Sign Language and Deaf studies teachers. Our mission is to perpetuate, preserve, and promote American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Culture through excellence in teaching. This includes teaching ASL as a heritage or first language, as a second language, and as part of Deaf Studies
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28 Reviews
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We learned some basic ASL with Tony to help give us an extra way to communicate with our Hard of Hearing baby. Tony is extremely knowledgeable, is a fantastic teacher, and was a real pleasure to work with. When we want to learn more ASL, we'll definitely be signing up (pun intended) with Tony!
+ Read MoreMr. Slate is one of those teachers that you remember. He taught me in High School 8+ years ago. His teaching style doesn't simply lead to fact memorization, but to understanding subject matter on a deeper level. He is intelligent, funny, and most importantly, cares deeply about developing his students to get them to the next level.
+ Read MoreMr. Slate is passionate about teaching and his excitement transfers to his students. He is one of those teachers that manages to be everyone's favorite!
I highly recommend Tony Slate to anyone that is interested in improving in the services he provides. The foundation of my study skills and habits are based off everything he has taught me and helped me with. Without him I wouldn't have been able to make all A's, have one of the highest GPA's in my class and just feel extremely comfortable with anything I need to study. Tony Slate came highly recommended to me and I will highly recommend him to anyone else.
+ Read MoreMr. Slate is a virtuous man who invested his time in me outside of school to help mold my character during my youth. I would recommend him not only for his adept teaching skills in ASL but for his ability to communicate with clarity and dynamism to people at different stages of learning. A compassionate man with great interpersonal skills that bring learning to life!
+ Read MoreReally efficient instructor and truly gets involved with students. Teaches with a passion
Tony is a great teacher and is very patient with his students. I took 3 years of classes from him and still remember a lot of what I learned from that time. Would highly recommend him as a teacher and person!
Great Christian man with a passion for teaching and cares about his students
Tony Slate is the reason I became a Deaf education teacher. Learning sign language from Tony was the best decision I have made. I learn under Tony for about three years while I was in high school. I firmly believe that my signing skills would not be where they are today if it was not for him. When I began college my signing skills were easily above the majority of the students begins at the same or even higher level than me. I would recommend lessons from Tony to any one that wants to learn American Sign Language. He is dedicated, passionate and knownadlage.
+ Read MoreTony (Mr. Slate) was a huge influence on me during my high school years. He cares more about his students than any other teacher I've had. He is one of those special teachers you never forget, and I am so thankful to have known him! You rock, Tony!
Tony is clear with his teaching style and encourages progress from your current level. He is also a great example of not only instructing, but modeling the importance of genuine relationships within the ASL/deaf community.
Tony is an amazing guy! I've never seen someone as selfless and caring in their teaching as him. I am honored for Tony to be my mentor and friend and could not recommend him enough! Love him!
My daughter loved her lesson! Not to mention Mr. Slate was my ASL teacher in high school, I see his awesomeness has not faded!
Tony is a great teacher.... lessons show he has a true passion to teach ASL. Can not say how impressed I am with what my daughter has learned in such little time.
Tony teaches from the heart. Tony has given my child the confidence he needs to succeed while teaching him ASL. He has picked up so quickly and I am constantly amazed at what he has learned. I can't say enough good things about the way Tony interacts with students to make them feel like they can accomplish anything they set their mind to. We are grateful to have him in our child's life. We highly recommend him to friends and family.
+ Read MoreAmazing teacher!
Tony's one of the nicest, patient and excited people I've met. He puts his all into his projects and clients and anyone who works with Tony is going to find their real potential.
Tony is one of the best teachers I have ever had!
Tony's heart and skill level cannot be matched. I recommend him without reservation!
Excellent instructor & very down to earth. My son had Mr. Slate as a HS teacher & he says he is one of his favorite teachers- hands down. He was able to learn ASL bey quickly under his instruction.
Mr.Slate is probably the best teacher I've ever had. He does the above and beyond to help you academically. Mr.Slate does his best to make sure every student is treated well. You will the best experience in his class .
I was pleased to be Tony's first principal. His knowledge of subject matter and interest in his students was exemplary. He was a devoted teacher who had an enthusiasm for all aspects of his responsibilities and that zeal seemed to radiate toward those around him. I would highly recommend him and have little doubt but that you'd find him eager to meet the needs of any student. If you are looking for an instructor who will make a difference, look no further!
+ Read MoreThe most caring teacher a student can ever ask for. Mr. Slate pushes his students to a higher level than the rest but does so in a way that makes the students enjoy themsleves and learn better.
Tony is a patient teacher who loves his subject and his students. He loves to teach, and truly gets excited when he sees his students "getting it". He is a rare teacher because he is so connected personally to the subject and to every student. He is a great encourager and motivator, and he is extremely skilled in ASL. This is no "side job" for him. He is devoted to the deaf community, and part of that devotion is teaching hearing folks to communicate with the community he loves so much. If you want to learn ASL, you will not be disappointed with Tony.
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