American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter; 1:1 Student Support

Memspa; Midland, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Memspa is seeking an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to support a 1:1 student in a Midland Public Schools setting. This full-time role offers 40 hours per week with a starting wage of $20–$32 per hour, and a salary range of $49,449 – $107,023 per year.

The interpreter will accompany a deaf student throughout the day, translate instruction, and assist the classroom teacher in implementing the IEP. Certification in Michigan and EIPA 4.0+ are required.

Qualifications

• Appropriate certification in the State of Michigan.
• EIPA 4.0 or higher is preferred.
• Any other qualifying certification.

Responsibilities

• Accompanies deaf student throughout the day to classes and interprets spoken language.
• Interprets instruction and follows student’s IEP with classroom teacher.
• Tutors student individually and reinforces concepts and skills.
• Assists teacher in monitoring student’s behavior.
• Demonstrates appropriate behavior and supports a positive classroom atmosphere.
• Interprets at parent conferences or meetings as necessary.
• Interprets/translates activities in classroom and educational settings.

Education

Michigan certification

EIPA 4.0+

Other qualifying certification

Job description

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter; 1:1 Student Support

Deadline: October 12, 2026
District/Organization: Midland Public Schools
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $49,449 – $107,023 (salary protection available)

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter;1:1 Student Support

Full Time –BenefitEligible

40 Hours/Week
Starting Wage: $20-$32/Hour

Assignment Location/Information: Post Secondary Program

Requirements

• Appropriate certification in the State of Michigan
• A highly qualified candidate will have an EIPA of 4.0 or higher
• Any other qualifying certification

Duties and Responsibilities

• Accompanies deaf student throughout the day to classes and interprets spoken language.
• Works with classroom teacher to interpret instruction and follow student’s IEP.
• Tutors student individually as necessary in a variety of learning activities; promotes student understanding of materials presented. Reinforces and reviews concepts and skills.
• Assists teacher in monitoring student’s behavior.
• Acts as role model to demonstrate appropriate behavior to students; assists teacher in maintaining a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Will interpret at parent conferences or other meetings as necessary.
• Interprets/translates into sign language all appropriate activities in the classroom and other educational settings. Includes, but not limited to discussions, films, special projects, assemblies, field trips, and athletic activities.

Come join Midland Public Schools!

The District is uniquely linked to and intertwined with the surrounding community and boasts a strong tradition and expectation of exceptional academics. Midland Public Schools holds a high concentration of STEM-degreed individuals and readily offers business needs for strong-skilled trades. The district is located adjacent to the world headquarters ofDow Chemicalas well as large employers, such asMyMichigan Health,Dupont, andCorteva. Midland provides big-city amenities with a small-town feel and is the home toMidland Center for the Arts,Greater Midland Community Center,Great Lakes Loons/Dow Diamond,Dow Gardensand theWhiting Foresthome of the 1,400-foot-long canopy walk, soaring up to 40 feet above the ground.

Please visit theMidland Public Schools websitefor more information along theMidland Awaitsvideo where you’ll learn more about why Midland is the perfect place for you!

Thank you for your interest in Midland Public Schools.

Midland Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, identity, marital status, familial status, genetic information, age, weight, height, national origin, disability, or other legally-protected characteristic, in its programs, activities, or employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The following has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Associate Superintendent/Human Resources, 600 E. Carpenter Rd., Midland, MI 48640.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district.

District administration reserves the right to alter or amend job descriptions at any time. This job is not limited to any or all of the listed qualifications or functions.