American Sign Language Teachers Association
Board of Directors

Matt Andersen
President
Certification: Master

Vacant
Vice President
Certification:
The American Sign Language Teachers Association (ASLTA) is guided by a visionary Board of Directors, a group of dedicated volunteers committed to advancing the field of ASL education. Their leadership is instrumental in shaping ASLTA’s strategic direction, supporting ASL teachers, and promoting the vitality of American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Culture. Discover the individual driving our essential work.

Dr. Rhonda Jennings-Arey
Secretary
Certification: Master

Dr. Jason E. Zinza
Treasurer
Certification: Master

Juanita Hall
Communications Director
Certification: Certified

Dr. Katie Moore
Professional Development Director
Certification: Master

Debbie Kay Colbert
Recruitment & Outreach Director
Certification: Master

Vacant
Evaluation & Certifications Director
Certification: Master

Vacant
ASL Honor Society Director
Certification:
Support from the expertises
External Professional Services

Mark Apodaca
Parliamentarian
Professional Registered Parliamentarian (PRP), National Assocation of Parliamentarians.

Tom Sparks
CPA / Tax Preparer
Summers, McCrary, & Sparks, PSC

Maria Nikolaou
Bookkeeper
MBA: Accounting