American Sign Language Teachers Association

To become an affiliated chapter of National ASLTA, a group must meet the following requirements:

1. Make sure you have a minimum of eight (8) members (not restricted to all ASL/Deaf Studies teachers).

2. Fill out the application form (below).

3. Establish a working group to draft written bylaws.

Affiliation Process

1. No longer than six months from the date of receipt of application to National ASLTA Board approval. This includes review and approval of bylaws.

2. Submit approved bylaws with an application fee of $100.00.

3. After approval by the National ASLTA Board, the new chapter will hold an election for the following offices:

• President
• Vice-President
• Secretary and Treasurer (may be combined, if desired)
• The Professional Development Chair (PDC) may either be an elected position or appointed by the President. This position is REQUIRED of all new and existing chapters.
• Chapters may have additional executive officers as suited to their needs.

4. All officers and Professional Development Chair are required to be members of National ASLTA.

Guidelines and Application

You are encouraged to review the guidelines and submit an application.