American Sign Language Interpreter

TheraPeds•Centralia, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that partners with schools to provide American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) services to PreK–12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment. This is a full-time, on-site role as an American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) serving a school located in Centralia, WA. The American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) will be responsible for providing ASL services to students in the classroom setting and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.

Requirements

American Sign Language Interpretation Certification
Passing written test
Documentation submitted to CDE
Fluency in ASL and English
Strong receptive and expressive ASL skills
RID certification (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf)
Interpreter Training Program (ITP) or ASL-English interpreting degree
Experience interpreting in K-12 classrooms
Knowledge of IDEA and IEP processes
Background check and fingerprinting
Ability to support students throughout the school day
Organizational and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications
Ability to perform necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.