Job Description

We are a specialized educational services company dedicated to providing comprehensive sign language interpreting through innovative support methods. Our team consists of experienced interpreters who understand the unique communication needs of deaf and hard of hearing students and are committed to delivering high-quality interpreting services that promote academic success and social participation.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Sign Language Interpreter to provide comprehensive interpreting services to deaf and hard of hearing students through our educational support system. This role involves serving approximately 44-54 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels while maintaining 35-37.5 hours of weekly direct service and collaborative activities.

The position emphasizes accurate, culturally appropriate interpreting practices, effective collaboration with educational teams, and comprehensive support for student communication access. You'll work with students presenting diverse communication needs while utilizing best practices in educational interpreting to facilitate meaningful participation in all aspects of their educational experience.

Service Delivery Responsibilities

Your primary responsibilities include providing simultaneous and consecutive interpreting services during academic instruction, facilitating communication between deaf and hard of hearing students and hearing members of the educational community, and supporting student participation in all school activities including special events, assemblies, and extracurricular programs. You'll prepare subject-specific vocabulary and terminology, collaborate with teachers to ensure optimal interpreting conditions, and advocate for student communication access needs.

Additional duties encompass interpreting during parent conferences, IEP meetings, and educational evaluations, maintaining professional interpreter boundaries while supporting student advocacy, participating in team meetings to discuss student progress and needs, and documenting interpreting services provided. You'll also coordinate with deaf and hard of hearing education specialists, participate in professional development activities, and contribute to creating inclusive educational environments for all students.

Certification and Experience

Applicants must possess a minimum 3.5 EIPA score along with 2 years of verified interpreting experience in educational settings. Fluency in American Sign Language and English is required, with demonstrated competency in educational interpreting techniques, professional ethics, and classroom dynamics understanding.

Required qualifications include knowledge of deaf culture and educational practices for deaf and hard of hearing students, ability to interpret across various academic subjects and grade levels, understanding of special education processes and legal requirements, and strong interpersonal skills for working with diverse educational teams. Flexibility in work assignments and comfort with various interpreting environments are essential for success in this position.

Preferred Credentials

We highly value candidates with 4.0 EIPA scores, Written EIPA certification, and RID/NIC certification including written test completion. Additional preferences include experience with multiple sign language systems, background in assistive technology applications, and familiarity with inclusive education approaches.

If interested, apply here or contact: Daniela Jimenez

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