A school district in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a skilled Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication and support students who are deaf or hard of hearing. This role plays a vital part in creating an inclusive educational environment by bridging communication between students, teachers, and staff.
Key Qualifications and Experience:
- Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) with strong interpreting skills in educational settings
- Experience working with children and understanding their unique communication needs
- Ability to travel between school locations as required
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with educators, families, and students
- Patience, cultural competency, and dedication to student success
Location:
- This opportunity is based in Hagerstown, Maryland, with travel between schools within the district as part of the daily responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Provide accurate and professional sign language interpreting services during classroom instruction, meetings, and school events
- Facilitate clear communication between deaf or hard of hearing students and their peers or teachers
- Assist in ensuring compliance with educational laws and accommodations for students with hearing impairments
- Collaborate with educational teams to support individualized education programs (IEPs)
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student learning and inclusion
- Work in diverse educational settings with supportive colleagues
- Engage in continuous professional development
- Schedule includes travel between schools, offering varied workdays
Candidates passionate about promoting accessible education through expert sign language interpretation are encouraged to apply. Take the next step in your career by contributing to an empowering learning environment for all students.
Compensation for this position ranges from $32.88 to $52.88. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement