Travel Elementary Educational Interpreter - Munster, IN

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Job Description

Providing essential communication support, this role involves working as a Sign Language Interpreter serving an elementary school caseload across multiple school buildings. The position is itinerant, requiring travel between five different schools in a rapidly growing suburban area near a major city, ideal for professionals seeking travel contracts in education.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality sign language interpretation services for elementary school students.
• Managing an itinerant caseload across five separate school locations.
• Collaborating with teachers, students, and staff to facilitate effective communication.
• Adapting to varying school environments while maintaining professional standards.
• Staying current with best practices and ethical guidelines in sign language interpreting.

Qualifications and experience preferred:

• EIPA (Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment) score of 3.5 or higher; 4.0 preferred.
• Previous experience interpreting in school settings, especially elementary schools.
• Ability to work independently while managing a floating caseload.
• Strong communication skills and cultural competency in Deaf education settings.
• Flexibility to travel regularly between schools.

Location and environment:

• Suburban area with rapid population growth, offering a dynamic and supportive community.
• Proximity to a major city provides both convenience and access to urban resources.
• Travel-based assignment suitable for itinerant and float interpreters, including those new to travel contracts.

Benefits of this opportunity include gaining experience across diverse educational settings and developing professional skills in a growing district, ideal for interpreters passionate about educational access and communication equity.

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply to become part of a vibrant educational community supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.