ASL Interpreter | Magalia, California

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Job Description

A full-time Sign Language Interpreter position is available at schools in Magalia, CA, offering an opportunity to support communication and education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This contract role involves working approximately 30 hours per week (about 6 hours daily) and is onsite only.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate communication between deaf/hard-of-hearing students, their hearing peers, classroom teachers, and other school staff.
• Provide sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign interpreting during classroom instruction and related activities.
• Assist students with academic subjects such as reading, writing, and math.
• Support students in developing vocational and living skills.
• Monitor students during classroom, outdoor, and community activities.
• Work primarily with elementary and intermediate school students; candidate preferences regarding grade level will be considered.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Certification by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, or a minimum score of 4.0 on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA), ESSE-I/R, or NAD/ACCI assessment.
• Candidates with EIPA scores below 4.0 will be considered and referred as ASL Paraeducators.
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and possession of an Associates Degree are also acceptable.
• Ability to work onsite in Magalia, CA, full time.
• Commitment to supporting students with hearing challenges in a school environment.

This position offers an impactful role supporting student learning and communication. Interested candidates meeting the above requirements are encouraged to apply for this contract opportunity.

Compensation for this position ranges from $15.61 to $60.00. 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.