American Sign Language Interpreter, Student Health

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

2d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Virginia's number one ranked Department of Student Health and Wellness (SHW) provides a comprehensive range of medical, mental health, well-being, and disability support services to all enrolled undergraduate and graduate students. The University of Virginia’s Student Disability Access Center (SDAC), a unit within the Department of Student Health and Wellness, is seeking a skilled ASL/English Interpreter to facilitate equal access and effective communication across academic and campus environments. The ASL/English Interpreter will provide services for students, faculty, staff, and visitors in classrooms, meetings, events, and other university activities. This position will work closely with SDAC’s Assistant Director of d/Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services.

Requirements

Education: High School or equivalent required; Completion of accredited interpreter training program required.
Experience: 3+ years relevant experience required.
Licensure: National certification as an ASL-English interpreter (RID, NIC, BEI, or equivalent certification).

Nice To Haves

Experience providing interpreting services in academic, postsecondary, or other complex professional environments.
Demonstrated ability to interpret complex, specialized, and academically rigorous content with accuracy and professionalism.
Strong preparation skills, including the ability to review and master specialized terminology and subject matter.
Knowledge of interpreting ethics, professional standards, and best practices.
Experience working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and interpreting colleagues.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Experience in higher education settings, designated interpreting, or specialized academic, research, healthcare, or technical environments is highly valued.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality ASL/English interpreting services for complex, specialized, and academically rigorous content in a variety of academic and professional settings, including classrooms, meetings, events, and other university activities.
Interpret accurately and effectively, conveying the meaning, intent, tone, and register of all participants while supporting full access and engagement.
Develop familiarity with assigned courses, subject matter, and communication preferences through ongoing preparation and collaboration with applicable students, faculty, and/or staff.
Review course materials, terminology, and other resources to ensure effective and accurate service delivery.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, disability services personnel, and interpreter colleagues to support communication access and continuity of services.
Adhere to the RID/NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct, maintaining confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical standards.
Participate in professional development and continuing education activities to maintain and enhance interpreting competency.
Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in supporting a dynamic university environment, including occasional evening or weekend assignments.
Contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative campus community.
Contribute to the SHW and SDAC teams ongoing work to support students through presence in meetings, events, and other duties as assigned.