Freelance ASL Interpreter

One World Global Services • San Diego, CA

18h • Remote

About The Position

We are currently looking for an ASL interpreter. An ASL interpreter will provide sign language interpretation services in a variety of settings, including working with a variety of individuals who are deaf, deafened, hard of hearing and/or oral, empowering individuals to advocate for themselves and their needs.

Requirements

• Maintain, as applicable, compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements.
• Adhere to guidelines for NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct.
• Background check and/or drug screening may be required.
• Proven interpersonal skills when working with deaf and hearing impaired persons, communication service providers, instructors and administrators.
• Proficient computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, electronic scheduling and internet.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Computer or Laptop
• Windows 10 or higher
• Steady wired internet connection
• At a minimum, download speeds of 20 Mbps and upload speeds of 10 Mbps
• Webcam
• USB wired headset
• Backdrop; use a contrasting, solid color like royal blue, charcoal, or bright green.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of deaf culture, social experiences of deaf and hard of hearing persons, history of education for students who have various levels of hearing loss, and current pedagogical trends for Proven interpersonal skills when working with deaf and hearing impaired persons, communication service providers, instructors and administrators

Responsibilities

• Provide sign language interpretation services in a variety of settings.
• Work with a variety of individuals who are deaf, deafened, hard of hearing and/or oral.
• Empower individuals to advocate for themselves and their needs.
• Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English.
• Accurately complete assigned tasks/duties, projects and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelines.
• Learn and implement new and changing technologies.
• Work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic, highly regulated environment.
• Complete additional duties and assignments on an on-going basis.

What This Job Offers

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