Educational Interpreter – American Sign Language (ASL) - Florida - School based

Princeton Staffing Solutions • Eastpoint, FL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an Educational Interpreter specializing in American Sign Language (ASL) within a public school district setting. The role involves providing support services to students in special education, specifically focusing on a middle school student requiring 1:1 support. The interpreter will facilitate communication and educational access for a deaf or hard of hearing student.

Requirements

• Required fluency in American Sign Language
• Current school-based experience as an Educational Interpreter (ASL) supporting students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
• Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) with a minimum score of 4.0 and a passing score on the EIPA written test OR National Interpreter Certification (NIC) from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), and a passing score on the EIPA written test

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate fluency in American Sign Language to interpret and communicate effectively with the student and staff
• Interpret sign language for deaf students and voice for the student when needed
• Facilitate communication and educational access for deaf and hard of hearing student(s)
• Perform non-instructional signing activities; convert voice to sign language and vice versa
• Provide specially designed instruction as needed
• Execute accurate, timely, impartial, and effective signing, including strong receptive skills to understand rapidly signed communication
• Apply principles, practices, and techniques of interpreting for deaf and hard of hearing individuals
• Utilize educational interpreting vocabulary and concepts in a school setting

Benefits

• Referral Bonus
• Premium Pay Packages
• Weekly Direct Deposit
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (PPO and HMO options with comprehensive coverage at a lower premium than many of the largest agencies)
• 401K
• Licensure Reimbursement
• CEU Reimbursement
• Supervision for Clinical Fellows (CF-SLP) ( in accordance with ASHA and state guidelines)
• Clinical Management Support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED