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Sign Language Interpreter in Portsmouth, VA

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Location Portsmouth, VA
Discipline Sign Language Interpreter
Date Posted August 25, 2026

Job Description

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity supporting K-12 students as a Sign Language Interpreter in the Virginia Beach area. Enjoy a full-time schedule during the school year, working one-on-one with elementary-aged students in a dynamic educational setting. This in-person role offers the chance to make a real difference for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, while collaborating with various schools in a well-established public school district.

Key qualifications and skills:

  • Valid Virginia Quality Assurance Screening (VQAS) Level III required
  • Strongly prefer Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of 3.5+; district will interview candidates with scores above 3.0 or a QAS Score of 3 or higher
  • Previous experience providing 1:1 sign language interpretation services in a school setting, preferably with elementary-aged children
  • Proficiency with a variety of sign language modalities; familiarity with Visaphonics is a plus but not mandatory
  • Ability to be flexible and provide coverage at alternate locations as needed

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Deliver direct interpretation services to assigned students in all classroom and school activities
  • Adapt communication methods to meet student needs and learning styles
  • Collaborate with teachers, staff, and other interpreters to facilitate an inclusive learning environment
  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with all school district policies
  • Travel to nearby school sites on occasion when coverage is needed

Work perks include consistent, daytime hours (Monday through Friday), a 35-hour workweek that supports work-life balance, and the opportunity to build lasting connections with students and educational professionals.

If you have a passion for supporting young learners through accessible communication and meet the necessary credentials, take the next step in your interpreting career. Submit your application todaymake a meaningful impact in the lives of students!

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