CRChristine Robertson
@christinerobertson1
Experienced ASL teacher and interpreter committed to Deaf education.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated American Sign Language educator with extensive classroom and interpreting experience spanning K–12 and community settings. I hold a Master's in Teaching American Sign Language (TASL) and multiple certifications, and I have taught ASL I–IV while advising clubs and honor society chapters.
My career includes long-term secondary teaching roles, work as an educational interpreter, freelance interpreting, and literacy program coordination at the American School for the Deaf. I have been an active member of ASLTA and was a nominee for Massachusetts Teacher of the Year in 2019.
I focus on creating accessible, culturally responsive learning environments, mentoring students and colleagues, and building family-focused literacy supports for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
American Sign Language Teacher
Duxbury High School
Jan 2013 - Present (13 years)
Teach ASL I–IV to grades 9–12, advise ASL club and honor society chapter, and supported student achievement leading to a 2019 Teacher of the Year nomination. Developed curriculum and fostered ASL program growth since 2013.
Freelance ASL Interpreter
Self Employed
Jan 2009 - Present (17 years)
Provided freelance ASL interpreting services across Massachusetts since 2009, supporting educational and community events to improve access for Deaf individuals.
ASL Educational Interpreter
Marshfield Public Schools
Jan 2006 - Dec 2013 (7 years 11 months)
Provided ASL educational interpreting and ASL instruction support across district classrooms from 2006 to 2013, enhancing access and communication for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
ADTeachers Assistant
American School for the Deaf
Feb 2003 - Jun 2003 (4 months)
Supported classroom instruction and audiology tasks as a teachers assistant in 2003, aiding lesson delivery and student support services.
ADAssistant Literacy Project Coordinator
American School for the Deaf
Sep 2001 - Jun 2002 (9 months)
Assisted in establishing seven literacy programs for students and families during the 2001–2002 school year, including training parents in shared reading techniques.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UCUniversity of Northern Colorado
Master of Arts, Teaching American Sign Language
2020 - 2022
Completed a Master of Arts in Teaching American Sign Language with program completion December 10, 2022.
Class Measures PRPIL MA DESE
ASL Teaching Licensure, ASL Teaching
2017 - 2018
Completed ASL teaching licensure-related program (MA DESE) during 2017–2018.
GCGeorge Brown College
ASL Interpreter Program, ASL Interpretation
2002 - 2004
Grade: Major-related GPA 3.7
Activities and societies: Dean's List
Completed the ASL Interpreter Program with a strong major-related GPA and dean's list recognition.
MCMount Wachusett Community College
Certification in Deaf Studies, Deaf Studies
Grade: GPA 3.9
Completed certification in Deaf Studies with coursework including ASL IV and a high course GPA.
ACAssumption College
Bachelor of Arts, Social and Rehabilitation Services
Grade: Major-related GPA 3.8
Activities and societies: Dean's List; ASL II Teacher's Assistant; Academic Support Center Tutor
Earned a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Social and Rehabilitation Services and noted on the Dean's List.
GUGallaudet University
Summer Study (non-degree), American Sign Language
Grade: GPA 4.0
Completed summer study taking ASL II and ASL III courses with a recorded GPA of 4.0.
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