Brief explanation of each committees listed below:

Testing Development Committee: Core group focused on development of CASLI exams and reviewing exams as final product. Provides insights/suggestions for improvement. Expects 2 - 3 years commitment. Click here for Scope of Work for Testing Development Committee.  

Scoring Committee: short term commitment. SMEs (Subject Matters Experts) to review CASLI exams to determine appropriate cut score/criteria. This is a short term commitment of approximately 3 months to 6 months depending on progress.

Working Committee: short term commitment as needed to support CASLI with different projects/tasks as they arise.  

For those who are interested in becoming raters, please refer to Rater Application page for more details.  Applications for raters are being accepted on rolling basis. 

If you have any questions or need more information - please contact Director of Testing at testing@casli.org 

RESUME / CV and STATEMENT OF INTEREST:

As part of the application process - please submit your Resume or CV AND a statement of interest.

You can submit your statement of interest in either English text or in ASL through a URL link.  

Your statement of interest should include the following:
- the reasons you are interested in partaking these committee(s)
- what is your relevant experience, and
- what are your vision and goals for these committee(s)?

Also, if you are interested in more than one committee(s), indicate your order of preference.

If you are submitting your statement of interest in English, please upload the statement of interest as a Word document or PDF file.

If you are submitting an ASL video statement of interest, please enter the URL link to the video below.

Instruction for video link:

Following are the steps you need to take to submit your information via YouTube. Once uploaded, enter here the secure link to your video. By following the instructions below, your video will NOT be viewable by the public. ONLY people who have the secure link can view your video. After signing up/logging into your YouTube account: Click the "Upload" button at the top of the screen. Select the video you want to upload. Create a title for your video, and add your full name and what you are applying for in the "Description" field. Choose "Unlisted" from the "Privacy Settings" dropdown menu. Disregard all of the other fields and checkboxes. Copy/paste the video link above.

 

Conflict of Interest Policy:

A volunteer member is a person who may or may not receive compensation for services and expertise provided to CASLI and/or RID. This person retains a significant independent authority in recommending the use of resources of this organization. Volunteers must inform CASLI within 30 days of any new situation, which could be perceived as a conflict of interest during the time of one’s service to the organization, whether or not this may require a formal leave of absence.

A conflict of interest means a conflict, or the appearance of a conflict between the private interests and the official responsibilities of a person in a position of trust. Persons in this position include all volunteer members of CASLI / RID.

The purpose of this policy is to ensure objectivity and integrity on the part of national volunteers, in areas relating to real or perceived conflict of interest, during their involvement with CASLI. It is also to prevent the personal interest of volunteer members from interfering with the performance of their duties to CASLI, or result in personal (self, friendships and/or family) financial, professional or political gain at the expense of CASLI and/or RID or its members, supporters and other stakeholders.

Volunteer leaders of CASLI and/or RID are to avoid at all times any actual or apparent conflicts of interest between their duties and responsibilities and their interests outside the scope of their involvement with CASLI and/or RID. The following scenarios are some examples of potential conflicts of interest:
1. The interests of a volunteer outside the scope of his/her role as a volunteer of CASLI/RID interferes with or compromises his/her judgment and objectivity with respect to his/her duties and responsibilities to CASLI and/or RID:
a. Accepting or requiring payment for any service provided to CASLI/RID or its state chapters.
b. Recommending a change in policy which results in personal benefit.
2. A volunteer makes or influences CASLI/RID decisions or recommends using CASLI/RID resources in a manner that results in:
a. A personal financial gain or financial gain for her or his immediate family members.
b. An unfair advantage to a third party outside of CASLI/RID.

If a volunteer leader is formally applying for employment with CASLI or RID, they must take a temporary leave of absence until the position is filled. A written request for a temporary leave of absence shall be submitted the organization representative. 

Anyone in a position to make a decision on any resource available to CASLI and/or RID, with an apparent direct or indirect benefit from the decision, has a responsibility to disclose this conflict of interest. This conflict, either perceived or real, must be communicated as soon as it arises with an immediate removal of themselves from the decision-making process.

Full disclosure must be made in writing by the volunteer in any of the following situations:
• A volunteer member is related to another board member or staff member by blood, marriage or domestic partnership.
• A volunteer member or their organization stands to benefit from CASLI and/or RID transaction, including reimbursements, subcontracts, goods or services other than as part of their regular job responsibilities.

Courses of action in the event of a conflict of interest:
When a conflict of interest is present, CASLI and/or RID expects volunteers to use one of three possible courses of action to address the perceived or actual conflicts.
1. Disclosure. The disclosure regarding one’s conflict of interest is worthy of the group’s attention. The disclosure itself, and the volunteer’s awareness of the disclosure, is often sufficient to correct for any bias that it might entail. In short, the group would likely decide that although the volunteer clearly has some other interest, the organization will simply take the information into account as the volunteer participates in decision-making.
2. Recusal. The conflict of interest that has been disclosed affects an important policy or program for the organization. To ensure the organization that decision-making is without bias, it is best for the volunteer to recuse themselves when the group writes reports, deliberates or makes decisions regarding that policy or program. In short, the volunteer would be asked not to participate in any work of the organization in the area where they has other interests.
3. Resignation. The conflict of interest relates to a continuing, pervasive and important organization function, one that cannot easily be isolated on an agenda so as to permit recusal. In this case, the volunteer might be asked to resign their position, since this is the only way to ensure that the other interest does not intrude upon and skew organizational decision-making. While this is an extreme and rare result of a volunteer’s disclosure, it is sometimes the best and only fair alternative.

When completing the Acknowledgment and Disclosure form, keep in mind the following as examples of activities that can be perceived as a conflict of interest with CASLI/RID, including but not limited to:
• serving as an interpreter trainer, consultant, mentor, supervisor or diagnostician;
• participating in the development of interpreter screening or evaluation instruments; or
• working as an evaluator, screener, or consultant to another interpreter screening or testing instrument.

 

I understand and agree that, if during my time of service a new conflict of interest or an appearance of conflict should arise, I must notify CASLI in writing to testing@casli.org within 30 days of such occurrence. Even if you are uncertain, please proceed in contacting CASLI.  I understand that an actual or apparent conflict of interest may disqualify me from volunteer service or continued volunteer service with CASLI.

CONFIDENTIALITY, OWNERSHIP, AND NON-DISCLOSURE

If selected for a committee under CASLI, I acknowledge that in connection with my service as a volunteer with the Center for Assessment of Sign Language Interpretation (CASLI) on the national, regional, state, and/or local level, I will have access to and may become aware of confidential information, including, without limitation, information regarding procedures, methods, and data used by CASLI.

I further acknowledge that any information that is shared with me or accessed by me during my service with CASLI that is identified as “confidential” or that has not been made publicly available by CASLI or RID is deemed to be of a confidential nature and is owned as a proprietary right by CASLI.

I agree that I will not allow any third party to have access to any materials containing such confidential information provided to me by or on behalf of CASLI; that, upon CASLI’s request or upon the completion of my volunteer service with CASLI, I will delete, destroy, or return to CASLI any such materials in my possession; and that I will not reproduce any such materials by any means, including memorization or recall.

I further agree that I will not use such confidential information for any purpose other than the scope of work assigned to me as a CASLI volunteer and will not disclose it to any third party during my service with CASLI or subsequent thereto, unless otherwise authorized by CASLI in writing.

I acknowledge that CASLI may pursue legal action for any violation of this Agreement or other improper use of such confidential information by me or by others through me, and that CASLI, in connection with such action, may use this Agreement, and may seek all available remedies, including without limitation, injunctive relief, damages, and attorney’s fees and costs.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

With my signature below, this acknowlege that all information I have provided on this form for submission is true.  I also have read, understand and agree to policy related to confidentiality, ownership, non-disclosure, and reporting of potential conflict of interest should they arise in the future. Furthermore, I agree to the foregoing and I certify that the information I have provided in this form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. 

VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT, RELEASE, AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY

This VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT, RELEASE, AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY (this “Release”) is made, entered into, and effective as of the date indicated below between the undersigned volunteer ('Volunteer') and the organization for which the Volunteer is providing services ('Organization'), including, as applicable, CASLI and/or RID."

I desire to volunteer for the Organization and engage in activities related to being its volunteer. In exchange for being allowed to participate in the Activities as a volunteer and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which I acknowledge, I voluntarily and without duress execute this Release and agree to the following terms:

The general duties of Volunteer shall be:

Volunteer Commitment: As a volunteer, I agree to follow the Organization’s expectations, guidance, and safety requirements while performing volunteer activities and to act in a manner that supports the Organization’s mission and values.

Volunteer Services: As a volunteer, I desire and agree to volunteer and donate my services, without expectation of payment, to the Organization. I understand that the scope of my relationship with the Organization is limited to a volunteer position and that no compensation is expected in return for the services I provide. I also understand that the Organization will not provide me with any benefits traditionally associated with employment, and that I am responsible for my own insurance coverage in the event of personal injury or illness as a result of my services to the Organization. I understand and agree that I am not eligible for unemployment compensation benefits when the volunteer assignment ends. I also certify that I have not been promised and have no expectation that I will receive a paid position as a result of volunteer services. I understand and agree that either myself or the Organization may elect to terminate volunteer services at any time for any reason.

Scope of Volunteer Activities: I understand that the scope of my volunteer Activities shall be limited to the responsibilities and duties for which I have been appointed. I further understand that under no circumstances shall my Activities include any illegal conduct or actions that may place myself or others at risk or harm.

Conflict of Interest: I agree to disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest that may affect my ability to perform my volunteer responsibilities objectively and in the best interests of the Organization.

Assumption of Risk: I understand that certain volunteer activities may involve risks, including travel, attendance at events, or other activities associated with my volunteer role. I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the Activities and have considered those risks. I hereby expressly and specifically assume such risks, including any and all risk of injury, harm, or loss that I may incur as a result of my participation in the Activities.

Medical Treatment: I hereby give consent and authority to the Organization to obtain medical treatment on my behalf if I am injured or require medical attention during my participation in the Activities. I understand and agree that I am solely responsible for all costs related to such medical treatment, medical transportation, and/or evacuation. I hereby release, forever discharge, and hold harmless the Organization from any claim whatsoever in connection with such treatment or other medical services.

Release and Waiver: To the fullest extent permitted by law, I voluntarily assume the risks associated with my participation in volunteer activities and release, waive, and hold harmless the Organization, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives from claims arising out of or related to my volunteer service, including claims for bodily injury, illness, personal injury, property damage, or property loss. This release applies except to the extent that any such claim results from the Organization’s gross negligence, willful misconduct, or violation of applicable law. I acknowledge that I am participating in volunteer activities voluntarily and understand the risks that may be associated with such participation.

Insurance: I understand that the Organization does not assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide me with financial or other assistance, including but not limited to medical, health, or disability benefits or insurance. I expressly waive any such claim for compensation or liability on the part of the Organization beyond what may be offered freely by the Organization in the event of injury or medical expenses incurred by me. In the event of an emergency, I authorize the Organization to secure from a licensed hospital, physician and/or medical personnel, any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care, and I agree that I will be responsible for payment of all such medical services rendered. I also understand that the Organization does not provide workers’ compensation insurance for volunteers. I expressly waive any claim for compensation or liability on the part of the Organization in the event of any injury or medical expense.

Indemnification: I understand that I may be held responsible for losses or damages resulting from my intentional misconduct or unlawful actions while performing volunteer activities. Nothing in this agreement shall require me to indemnify or defend the Organization for actions taken in good faith within the scope of my volunteer responsibilities.

Photographic Release: I understand and agree that during the Activities, I may be photographed and/or videotaped by the Organization for internal and/or promotional use. I hereby grant and convey to the Organization all right, title, and interest, including but not limited to, any royalties, proceeds, or other benefits, in any and all such photographs or recordings, and consent to the Organization’s use of my name, image, likeness, and voice in perpetuity, in any medium or format, for any publicity without further compensation or permission.

Nondisclosure and Confidentiality: During the course of my volunteer activities, I may have access to confidential, proprietary, or sensitive information belonging to the Organization, its clients, partners, volunteers, employees, or other stakeholders (“Confidential Information”). Confidential Information includes non-public information related to the Organization’s operations, programs, finances, strategic plans, records, materials, communications, or other information designated as confidential or that a reasonable person would understand to be confidential. Confidential Information does not include information that is publicly available, already known to me without restriction, or lawfully obtained from another source.

To protect Confidential Information, I agree that:

a) I will maintain the confidentiality of all Confidential Information and exercise reasonable care to prevent its unauthorized disclosure or use;

b) I will not disclose, share, or distribute Confidential Information to any person or entity unless authorized by the Organization or required by law;

c) I will use Confidential Information solely for the purpose of carrying out my volunteer responsibilities and not for personal, commercial, or other unauthorized purposes;

d) Upon request by the Organization or upon termination of my volunteer service, I will return or destroy, as directed, any documents, records, materials, equipment, or other property containing Confidential Information that are in my possession or control; and

e) I understand that failure to comply with these confidentiality obligations may result in corrective action, including termination of my volunteer relationship with the Organization, and may subject me to any other remedies available under applicable law.

Volunteer Conduct and Anti-Harassment: The Organization is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all volunteers, staff, clients, and stakeholders. As a volunteer, I agree to conduct myself in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner at all times.

I will not engage in harassment, discrimination, bullying, intimidation, retaliation, or other inappropriate conduct based on any protected characteristic or personal attribute. I will treat all individuals with dignity and respect and contribute to a positive and welcoming environment.

I understand that violations of this standard may result in corrective action, including termination of my volunteer relationship with the Organization.

Intellectual Property: Any materials, documents, reports, training content, designs, recordings, or other work product created by me within the scope of my volunteer activities for the Organization shall be the property of the Organization. To the extent permitted by law, I assign to the Organization any rights, title, and interest I may have in such work product and agree to cooperate in documenting or confirming the Organization’s ownership of such materials.

Miscellaneous: I hereby agree that this Release represents the full understanding between the Organization and me and supersedes all other prior agreements, understandings, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, between us, with respect to the subject matter hereof. If any term or provision of this Release shall be held to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, that term or provision shall be deemed modified so as to be valid and enforceable to the full extent permitted. The invalidity of any such term or provision shall not otherwise affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining terms and provisions. This Release is binding on and inures to the benefit of the Organization and me and our respective heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, successors, and permitted assigns. Section headings are for convenience of reference only and shall not define, modify, expand, or limit any of the terms of this Release.

Governing Law: This Release shall be governed by the laws applicable in the jurisdiction in which the Organization is incorporated or headquartered, except where otherwise required by law.

 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

BY SIGNING, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS RELEASE AND THAT I AM VOLUNTARILY GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE THE ORGANIZATION.

Acknowledgment and Term of Agreement: By signing below, the Volunteer affirms that they have read, understood, and agree to abide by the terms outlined in this agreement. This agreement shall remain in effect for a period of two (2) years from the date of signature, unless otherwise terminated by the Organization or the Volunteer.

By my signature below, I agree to the foregoing and I certify that the information I have provided in this form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.