Travel Educational Interpreter - Knoxville, Tennessee

A skilled Sign Language Interpreter is needed to support educational settings in Knoxville, TN. This travel position involves providing interpretation services to facilitate communication for students who are deaf or hard of hearing within school environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret spoken language into sign language and vice versa to support classroom instruction, meetings, and extracurricular activities
• Ensure clear communication between students, teachers, and staff
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional and ethical standards
• Adapt interpretation strategies to various educational contexts and student needs
• Collaborate with educational staff to promote inclusive learning experiences

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Sign Language Interpreter, preferably in educational settings
• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Strong understanding of deaf culture and communication challenges
• Ability to travel within the assigned region to multiple school locations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant certification or credentials in sign language interpreting are preferred

Location:

• Knoxville, Tennessee, with travel required to area schools

Benefits:

• Opportunities to gain diverse experience across multiple school environments
• Dynamic work schedule with travel engagement
• Supportive professional network in educational interpreting

Candidates with the necessary qualifications and a commitment to improving accessible education are encouraged to apply and contribute to inclusive learning experiences for all students.