Step into a rewarding contract opportunity utilizing your skills as a Sign Language Interpreter within a vibrant school environment near Poulsbo, WA. This engaging role offers you the chance to provide vital support to students and staff, fostering communication and accessibility for individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing.
Qualifications & Desired Experience:
- National certification (such as RID or EIPA) for sign language interpreting
- Experience interpreting in K-12 educational settings preferred
- Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Strong ethical standards and professionalism
- Ability to adapt to varying classroom activities and student needs
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate clear, effective communication between students, staff, and educators by interpreting spoken language into American Sign Language and vice versa
- Provide interpreting services during classroom instruction, assemblies, meetings, and related school activities
- Support students’ access to curriculum, social interaction, and extracurricular programming
- Collaborate with educators and other support staff to modify interpreting strategies as needed to suit different learning styles
- Maintain confidentiality and abide by professional standards of practice
Benefits of this Position:
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students’ educational experiences
- Supportive staff and inclusive school setting
- Gain valuable experience in educational interpreting
- Flexible contract assignment
If you are passionate about bridging communication gaps and making education accessible, this contract assignment near Poulsbo, WA may be the ideal next step for your interpreting career. Take advantage of this chance to enhance students’ educational journeys—apply today for immediate consideration!
Compensation for this position ranges from $35.38 to $55.38. 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