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Ratheesh Chelakkattu
American Sign Language (ASL)
Native
Sign Language(Other)
Native
Other

From United States

Living in Indianapolis, United States

Deaf teacher with over 15 years teaching experience, focusing on natural, visual sign language. I was born hard of hearing and went deaf at an early age, so along with my brother who is also deaf, we lived in a visual world. This is the world I love to share with others by means of the beauty of sign language. I also love exploring the wonders of creation and science, learning about different places and cultures, and history. People learn different languages for different reasons, but sign language is all about communicating with deaf people. I love to bring this vivid, visual language to life for my students. It’s all about immersion. From the first lesson, you will learn how to communicate with deaf people that you meet. And I love teaching children and adults - from my young son who’s first language was ASL, to older ones who are now fluent. You’re never too young or too old to start signing!
My teaching material
  • Flashcards
  • Image files
  • Homework Assignments
  • Presentation slides/PPT
  • Articles and news
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Interests

History
Pets & Animals
Science
Trial Lesson
448 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Beginning ASL or ISL (American Sign Language or Indian Sign Language)
A1-A2
Language Essentials
6,325 lessons completed
USD 12.50+
12% off
ASL or ISL Conversation Practice/ Thinking Visually
B1-C2
Conversation
3,317 lessons completed
USD 12.50+
12% off
Two Students Learning Together package
A1-C2
Conversation
583 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
10% off
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Student Katie Parenti
Katie Parenti
6 American Sign Language (ASL) lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've been signing for 15+ years and I can converse with Deaf people, but I've working to make my signing more ASL and less English. Ratheesh has been the most helpful so far of all the tutors I've tried on here when it comes to this goal, and I think I've tried most of the Deaf ASL tutors.
Student Erin
Erin
11 American Sign Language (ASL) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Every lesson with Ratheesh is a pleasure. As a teacher and speaker of multiple languages, ASL is a whole new world of expression for me, and Ratheesh just makes it all the more exciting and fascinating. He manages to teach ASL grammar and structure, while also tailoring lessons around me, my life, my interests, and more. Honestly, he's one of the best language teachers I've had!
Student Valerie
Valerie
120 American Sign Language (ASL) lessons
Another great lesson! :D
Student Juan Garcia
Juan Garcia
20 American Sign Language (ASL) lessons
Teacher’s pick
There are not enough words to describe Ratheesh; it would be best to just sign them :) As a foreign language high school teacher myself, I can say that he is truly an amazing educator. From day one our lessons have been filled with joy and laughter. There is never a dull moment and, after a long day of work, I always look forward to spending time and learning from him. From knowing absolutely nothing, he has opened up a completely new world to me that I never even knew existed. I look forward to continuing my lessons and diving deeper and deeper into the amazing world of ASL and everything it has to offer.
Student Mira
Mira
144 American Sign Language (ASL) lessons
Fantastic!
Student Mira
Mira
144 American Sign Language (ASL) lessons
great, motivating, and competent teacher