Travel ASL Interpreter | Chicago, Illinois

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Job Description

A rewarding opportunity is available for a skilled Sign Language Interpreter to support educational settings within the vibrant city of Chicago, IL. This travel position is ideal for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about facilitating communication and accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in schools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clear and accurate sign language interpretation during classroom instruction, meetings, and school events.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure effective communication access.
• Adapt interpretation style to fit various educational settings and student needs.
• Assist with communication during extracurricular and parent-teacher activities as requested.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) with certification preferred.
• Experience working in educational environments is a strong plus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel to different schools within the Chicago area.
• Strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Location and Work Setting: This role involves travel among multiple school locations throughout Chicago, allowing for a dynamic and varied work experience within a metropolitan educational landscape.

Benefits and Perks:

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students educational experiences.
• Exposure to diverse school communities and learning environments.
• Flexibility to work in various school settings and schedules.

Qualified individuals dedicated to empowering students through effective communication are encouraged to apply and contribute their expertise to enhance accessibility within schools across Chicago.

Compensation for this position ranges from $23.00 to $40.00. 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.