A skilled Sign Language Interpreter is needed to provide professional interpretation services within an educational setting in Lowell, MA. This role supports effective communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and the school community, ensuring accessibility and inclusion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate clear and accurate communication between students, teachers, and staff through sign language interpretation.
- Interpret spoken language into sign language and vice versa during classroom instruction, meetings, and school events.
- Collaborate with teachers and education staff to accommodate students' communication needs.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines in all interactions.
- Occasionally travel to nearby school locations to provide interpretation services as required.
Desired Qualifications:
- Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) with demonstrated interpretation experience in educational environments.
- Strong understanding of deaf culture and the challenges faced by deaf or hard-of-hearing students.
- Ability to interpret educational content accurately and facilitate instructional support.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Availability for travel within the assigned area.
Location:
- Lowell, Massachusetts, with some travel to surrounding school sites as needed.
Benefits of this role include the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student success and accessibility within schools, working in a collaborative educational environment.
Qualified candidates with relevant sign language interpreting experience and a passion for supporting student achievement are encouraged to apply for this position.
Compensation for this position ranges from $20.00 to $45.00. 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.
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