Educational Interpreter - Tacoma, Washington

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Job Description

Support student success by facilitating seamless communication between Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and their peers, teachers, and staff as a skilled Sign Language Interpreter in a supportive school environment near Tacoma, WA. This contract role offers the opportunity to make a daily impact while working closely with dedicated educators and administrators to ensure access to classroom content and school activities.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) with strong expressive and receptive skills
• Experience interpreting in educational settings, particularly K-12, is a plus
• Familiarity with various sign systems or modes (e.g., SEE, Pidgin Signed English) beneficial
• Ability to adapt to diverse communication needs and environments
• Current certification or equivalent credentialing (such as EIPA, RID, or state-level certification)
• Understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries in a school context

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret spoken and signed communication during classroom lessons, meetings, and school events
• Collaborate with instructional staff to support educational goals and strategies
• Provide interpreting services for group activities, individual instruction, and extracurricular programs
• Maintain clarity, accuracy, and impartiality in all interpreted interactions
• Support students social participation and engagement with peers
• Assist staff in understanding Deaf culture and effective communication strategies

In this position, youll be working in a dynamic educational setting where your expertise helps foster equitable access and academic achievement. If youre passionate about supporting students and bridging communication gaps, apply today to take the next meaningful step in your interpreting career!

Compensation for this position ranges from $18.25 to $87.00. 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.