Educational Sign Language Interpreter - Simpsonville, SC

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity as a Sign Language Interpreter serving schools in the Simpsonville-Spartanburg, SC area. Bring your expertise in American Sign Language (ASL) to make a meaningful difference supporting students and staff in an educational setting. Whether you have extensive experience or are newer to interpreting in schools, your skills will help foster inclusive communication and learning.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Experience providing interpreting services in educational environments preferred
• State or national certification as a Sign Language Interpreter (e.g., EIPA, RID, NIC) is highly valued
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, staff, students, and families
• Strong sense of professionalism, confidentiality, and adaptability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities Include:

• Interpreting classroom instruction, discussions, and school activities between students who are deaf or hard of hearing and their hearing peers and staff
• Facilitating communication in one-on-one, small group, and large group settings
• Supporting student participation in academic, extracurricular, and social activities
• Collaborating with teachers and special education teams to ensure full access to curriculum and resources
• Maintaining ethical interpreting practices in alignment with state and federal regulations
• Adapting interpreting techniques to best fit the needs of individual students

This contract role provides the chance to make a daily impact within local schools while working in a supportive and dynamic educational community. If you are passionate about breaking down communication barriers and have a commitment to student empowerment, consider lending your voice and hands to this important work.

Take the next step and apply today to bring your sign language interpreting expertise to schools near Simpsonville and Spartanburg!