Interpreter Sign Language Licensed (2025-2026)

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools • Nashville, TN

1d • $29

About The Position

Provides sign language interpretation in all school environments for students who communicate through sign language What you will do Provide professional and accurate sign language interpretation for designated students, both expressively and receptively, in the students communication mode in all school settings, including school sponsored extra-curricular activities. Facilitate communication between students who use American Sign Language, their hearing peers, classroom teachers and other school personnel. Provide other needed support services to designated students, attend meetings and in-services and participate as part of a students educational team. Report progress and/or concerns to the students Case Manager. Collect and record data of students performances and/or behavior and complete other duties as assigned. Follow strict codes of confidentiality. Effectively advocate for students communication needs across the school environment and participate in discussions with school personnel and related in-service trainings. Exhibit flexibility to school and schedule changes and demonstrate team support and cooperation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Documented American Sign Language Interpreting experience)
• Professional American Sign Language interpreting skills and effective interpersonal skills
• State of Tennessee Educational Interpreter Licensure Required

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and accurate sign language interpretation for designated students, both expressively and receptively, in the students communication mode in all school settings, including school sponsored extra-curricular activities.
• Facilitate communication between students who use American Sign Language, their hearing peers, classroom teachers and other school personnel.
• Provide other needed support services to designated students, attend meetings and in-services and participate as part of a students educational team.
• Report progress and/or concerns to the students Case Manager.
• Collect and record data of students performances and/or behavior and complete other duties as assigned.
• Follow strict codes of confidentiality.
• Effectively advocate for students communication needs across the school environment and participate in discussions with school personnel and related in-service trainings.
• Exhibit flexibility to school and schedule changes and demonstrate team support and cooperation.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees