ASL Interpreter – Elementary Students

Position Details

• Location:
  
  Puyallup, Washington

• Compensation: $50/hr (Local)

• Schedule:
  
  Weekdays

• Hours:
  
  35 hours per week

• Contract Length: 18 weeks

• Start Date:
  
  02/02/2026

• Age Group:
  Elementary

• Interview:
  Virtual or In-Person Interview Required

We are seeking an Educational Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) to support elementary-age students who are deaf or hard of hearing. The interpreter will facilitate communication between students, staff, and peers using American Sign Language to ensure full access to classroom instruction, academic content, and daily school activities.

• Interpret spoken language to ASL and ASL to spoken English

• Support classroom instruction, school routines, and learning participation

• Provide communication access in academic, social, and group settings

• Maintain professional standards of educational interpreting

• Collaborate with teachers and support staff

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all federal, state, and local requirements

• Proficiency in American Sign Language

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in interpreting, deaf studies, or related field (preferred)

• State Board of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter Certificate (as applicable)

• EIPA certification (as required by state/client)

• RID certification (as applicable)

• CPR certification, if applicable

• TB screening (if required)

• Current health certificate (if required)

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• School SLI experience required

• Preferred: EIPA 4.0 or NIC

Marcus Everhart

National Recruitment Manager

Office:

Tampa, FL

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

* Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.