Full Time Educational Interpreter- Northern VA

Context Global Inc•Washington, DC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

ContextGlobal, Inc. is seeking a full-time ASL staff interpreter to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing school staff members in the Arlington, VA area. We are supporting local school districts by providing ASL interpreting support for DHOH staff in the K-12 setting. A successful candidate for the full-time or independent contractor position will be assigned to a school for the duration of a school year or as needed and provide 1:1 support to staff members who use ASL as their primary mode of communication.

Requirements

Completion of an Interpreter Training Program
Two years of experience as a sign language interpreter
TB screening
Criminal background check and fingerprinting
Drug test
Good signing and voicing skills
Ethical training
Excellent customer service relations
Interpersonal skills and ability to interact with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds (consumers, school staff, and management)
Knowledge of educational vocabulary and a strong understanding of ASL and Deaf culture.

Nice To Haves

Graduated from an accredited interpreter training program
EIPA score
NIC Certification

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 support to staff members who use ASL as their primary mode of communication.
Be assigned to a school for the duration of a school year or as needed.