American Sign Language Interpreter

Therapeds Partners; Centreville (MD); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision, 401K (W2)

Guaranteed hours

Professional development

Supportive TheraPeds network

Bi-monthly salary deposits

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site American Sign Language Interpreter for a school-based role in Centreville, MD. You will interpret classroom instruction, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and support a single student with comprehensive language services.

Qualifications include ASL/English fluency, ASL interpretation certification, RID, EIPA 3.5+ and RID. This role emphasizes IDEA/IEP processes, documentation, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• ASL Interpretation Certification required
• EIPA score 3.5+ required
• RID certification required
• Background check and fingerprinting required
• Experience interpreting in K-12 classrooms preferred
• Understanding of IDEA and IEP processes
• Passing written test required
• Fluency in ASL and English required

Responsibilities

• Provide ASL services to students in the classroom setting
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Meet district and TheraPeds requirements
• Complete documentation and planning time as needed

Skills

ASL Interpretation

Fluent ASL/English

Time management

K-12 interpretation

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Interpreter Training Program (ITP)

RID certification

Job description

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) services to PreK-12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.

Job Description And Responsibilities

This is a full-time, on-site role as an American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) serving a school located in Centreville, MD.

The American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) will be responsible for providing ASL services to students in the classroom setting and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.

Job Details

• Full-time, 35 hours/week
• 2026-2027 School Year (August-May)
• On-site, in-person
• Highschool grades
• One student
• Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
• Competitive pay
• Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative and planning time
• $50- $60+/hour ($1750 - $2100/week)

Requirements

• American Sign Language Interpretation Certification
• EIPA score (3.5+)
• Passing written test
• Documentation submitted to CDE
• Fluency in ASL and English
• Schools expect strong receptive and expressive ASL skills and the ability to interpret classroom instruction and student interactions accurately.
• RID certification (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf)
• Associate or bachelor's degree, preferred
• Interpreter Training Program (ITP) or ASL-English interpreting degree
• Experience interpreting in K-12 classrooms
• Knowledge of IDEA and IEP processes
• Background check and fingerprinting
• Ability to support students throughout the school day
• Organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications

Physical Requirements

Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

Benefits

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)

• Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
• Guaranteed Hours
• Bi-Monthly Salary Deposits
• This position will be a W-2 employee

Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site American Sign Language Interpreter for a school-based position in Centreville, MD. This role is ideal for candidates searching for Special Education Teacher jobs near me, SPED teacher jobs, Maryland special education teaching positions, or full-time special education roles.