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More Than Just Classes,
We Are a Community

Bridging the gap between the Deaf and
Hearing worlds through education,
accessibility, and real human connection.

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MISSION

Why We Exist

MyASLTeacherROCKs was founded by Somer Stanley, a hearing individual with deep, lifelong connections to the Deaf community. With over 20 years of experience as a certified ASL teacher and interpreter, Somer realized that learning ASL needed to be more than just memorizing signs, it needed to be about connection.

We believe that learning ASL should be accessible, inclusive, and rooted in real interaction. Whether you are a parent of a Deaf child, an aspiring interpreter, or someone looking to grow, we support you every step of the way.

100% Live Instruction

No Pre-recordings

Deaf & Hearing Staff

8-Level Curriculum

TEAM

Meet The Dream Team

Our leadership team is dedicated to Diversity, Inclusion, and Representation.

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Somer Stanley

Owner | CEO

North Carolina

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Jennifer Payne

COO | Chief Operating Officer

Florida

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Yalanda Allgood

Director | Interpreting Services

Washington D.C

TEACHERS

Meet The Teachers That ROCK!

Experienced, friendly, and professional educators.

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Harold Campbell

North Carolina
Community Engagement Specialist
Virtual ASL Instructor
Native Signer

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Javonda Adams

North Carolina
Cultural Affairs Director
Virtual ASL Instructor
Native Signer  

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Haley Clayton

Ohio  
Virtual ASL Instructor

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Ashley Atkinson

Missouri
Virtual ASL Instructor
Native Signer

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Ratheesh Chelakkattu

Indiana
Virtual ASL Instructor
Native Signer

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Dr. Erick Smith

North Carolina
Virtual ASL Instructor

Ready to Start Learning ASL?

Join our live classes and become part of a supportive, inclusive community.

Frequently asked questions

FAQ

Answering Key Questions

we’re happy to help!

Have More Questions?

Have additional questions about our program? Feel free to email us at

Frequently asked questions

FAQ

Answering Key Questions

Have More Questions?

Have additional questions about our program? Feel free to email us at

we’re happy to help!

More Than Just Classes, We Are a Community

Bridging the gap between the Deaf and
Hearing worlds through education,
accessibility, and real human connection.

Image

MISSION

Why We Exist

MyASLTeacherROCKs was founded by Somer Stanley, a hearing individual with deep, lifelong connections to the Deaf community. With over 20 years of experience as a certified ASL teacher and interpreter, Somer realized that learning ASL needed to be more than just memorizing signs, it needed to be about connection.

We believe that learning ASL should be accessible, inclusive, and rooted in real interaction. Whether you are a parent of a Deaf child, an aspiring interpreter, or someone looking to grow, we support you every step of the way.

100% Live Instruction

No Pre-recordings

Deaf & Hearing Staff

8-Level Curriculum

Our leadership team is dedicated to Diversity, Inclusion, and Representation.

TEAM

Meet The Dream Team
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Somer Stanley

Owner | CEO

North Carolina

Avatar

Jennifer Payne

COO | Chief Operating Officer

Florida

unsplash:bqe0J0b26RQ

Yalanda Allgood

Director | Interpreting Services

Washington D.C

TEACHERS

Meet The Teachers That ROCK!

Experienced, friendly, and professional educators.

Frame 142

Harold Campbell

North Carolina
Community Engagement Specialist
Virtual ASL Instructor
Native Signer

Frame 142

Javonda Adams

North Carolina
Cultural Affairs Director
Virtual ASL Instructor
Native Signer  

Frame 142

Haley Clayton

Ohio  
Virtual ASL Instructor

Frame 142

Ashley Atkinson

Missouri
Virtual ASL Instructor
Native Signer

Frame 142

Ratheesh Chelakkattu

Indiana
Virtual ASL Instructor
Native Signer

Frame 142

Dr. Erick Smith

North Carolina
Virtual ASL Instructor

Ready to Start Learning ASL?

Join our live classes and become part of a supportive, inclusive community.

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