Educational Interpreter - Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Step into a rewarding contract role supporting students as an Educational Sign Language Interpreter. This opportunity is located near Cherry Hill, NJ, and is ideal for professionals who thrive in a school environment and are committed to helping students access their education fully.

Key qualifications:

• Hold the EIPA NJ certification standard, meeting all state requirements for educational interpreting.
• Experienced in both interpreting and transliterating in educational settings.
• Skilled in American Sign Language (ASL) with a demonstrated ability to facilitate clear, effective communication.
• Professionalism and discretion when working one-on-one, maintaining confidentiality and supporting student goals.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of a diverse learner and work collaboratively with educators and school staff.

Primary responsibilities:

• Provide direct sign language interpretation services for a single student, ensuring seamless communication between the student, peers, and teachers.
• Accurately interpret classroom instruction, discussions, and school activities.
• Support the student’s understanding of material and encourage participation in classroom activities.
• Maintain professionalism and act as an advocate for student accessibility throughout the school day.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to prepare for classes and ensure all materials are accessible.

Assignment details:

• Full-time, contract position.
• Hours: 9:00 AM–3:45 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Assignment continues until 6/25.
• Focused caseload, working consistently with one student for specialized support.

By lending your sign language expertise in this setting, you’ll play an instrumental part in shaping a student’s educational experience. If you meet the certification requirements and have a passion for educational access, we encourage you to apply for this fulfilling position today.

Compensation for this position ranges from $27.00 to $47.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.