ASL Interpreter (School-Based)
About The Position
As a Sign Language Interpreter with Point Quest Group, you'll play a vital role in ensuring equitable access to education for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Provide interpretation services for students and families, for school meetings. This role requires strong real-time interpreting skills, collaboration with teachers, staff, and related service providers to support student/family during meetings and conferences. This role is ideal for someone who is highly skilled, culturally aware, and passionate about inclusion — because every student deserves to be heard and understood.
Requirements
- Certification or licensure as a Sign Language Interpreter or equivalent)
- Department of Justice/FBI Background Check (or equivalent state or national fingerprint clearance)
- RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf) certification required
- EIPA score of 3.5 or higher preferred/accepted
- Strong ASL fluency and ability to interpret in real-time academic settings
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience interpreting in a K–12 school setting
- Strong understanding of Deaf culture and educational interpreting best practices
- Experience working with students with diverse learning and communication needs
Responsibilities
- Interpret spoken language into ASL and ASL into spoken language to facilitate communication
- Provide interpretation services for students and families, for school meetings. This role requires strong real-time interpreting skills, collaboration with teachers, staff, and related service providers to support student/family during meetings and conferences.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional interpreting standards
Benefits
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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