American Sign Language Interpreter - School #C-SLI

Overview

• #: C-SLI-8903332
• Profession: American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL)
• Job Type: Contract/Travel
• Location: Federal Way, WA
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 30 weeks
• Schedule: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, 08:00 AM-04:00 PM
• Rate: Travel: $2,144/40-hours;
  Local: $2,112/40-hours

• Completion of a recognized two-year interpreter training program.
• Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
• Certification of Interpretation and/or Certificate of Transliteration (CI/CT), or National Interpreter Certification (NIC).
• Experience in educational interpreting.

• This list offers a representative summary of responsibilities, not exhaustive, for the role. Some tasks may vary based on individuals, and related duties might be assigned. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to support individuals with disabilities in fulfilling essential functions.
• Support Deaf/Hard of Hearing students by interpreting teacher instructions and lectures using sign language in all classes.
• Ensure students understand and repeat interpretations when necessary.
• Interpret auditory responses and facilitate group interactions, including soundtracks from films and tapes.
• Voice interpret signed responses for teachers and hearing students as needed.
• Assist teachers in understanding student verbal responses and communicate student issues and progress to them.
• Interpret school events like assemblies, field trips, and special events for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students.
• Provide professional support to other interpreters in the program and offer backup interpretation when available.
• Prepare for daily classroom interpreting by reviewing materials and specialized vocabulary.
• Choose appropriate manual signs (ASL, PSE, or SEE) for communication with specific individuals or groups.
• Facilitate sign comprehension by following attire guidelines and recommending suitable seating arrangements.
• Interpret informal conversations between Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and staff during unstructured times.
• Collaborate with the district's Interpreter Services team and perform related duties as required.
• Act as a resource for school personnel needing help in communicating with Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals.
• Provide interpretation for students, parents, and teachers during meetings, conferences, or testing in other classes.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.