Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) | Oroville, California

Step into a rewarding contract position supporting students who are deaf or hard of hearing by providing essential sign language interpretation services. This full-time opportunity offers approximately 30 hours per week, with a consistent schedule of six hours per day during the school year. Your expertise will play a vital role in creating an inclusive educational environment for elementary and intermediate students.

Required Qualifications:

• Certification by the National Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf OR
• Achievement of a 4.0 or above on the EIPA, ESSE-I/R, or the NAD/ACCI assessment
• Consideration given to those with an EIPA under 4.0 (these candidates will be referred to as ASL Paras)
• Strong proficiency in American Sign Language, with experience facilitating communication between deaf or hard of hearing students and the wider school community
• Ability to interpret in both sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign formats
• Experience working with school-aged children, preferably in an educational setting

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate real-time communication and understanding among students, peers, teachers, and school personnel
• Assist students in academic subjects such as reading, writing, and math, as well as supporting vocational and independent living skills development
• Monitor and support students during classroom, outdoor, and community activities
• Adapt support based on students’ changing needs and levels, with settings in elementary and intermediate schools (placement preference will be considered)

Benefits:

• Consistent, school-based daytime hours
• Opportunity to enrich students’ educational journeys and daily lives
• Collaborative, mission-driven educational environment

If you are passionate about making a difference for deaf and hard of hearing students and meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply today. Expand your impact while developing your professional skills in a supportive, onsite educational setting.

Compensation for this position ranges from $29.69 to $49.69. 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.