American Sign Language Interpreter

TheraPeds; Kansas City (KS); Sur place; USD 62 000 - 83 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Guaranteed hours

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401K (W-2)

Résumé du poste

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time or part-time on-site American Sign Language Interpreter for a Kansas City, KS school. You will provide classroom ASL interpretation and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support students with special needs.

The role requires fluent ASL and English, certification (EIPA 3.5+ and RID), and a degree in interpreting or ASL-English interpreting. Qualified candidates will have K-12 experience and knowledge of IDEA/IEP processes.

Qualifications

• ASL and English fluency required; interpret classroom instruction accurately.
• RID certification required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree; preferred Interpreter Training Program (ITP) or ASL-English interpreting degree.
• Experience interpreting in K-12 classrooms; knowledge of IDEA/IEP processes; background check.

Responsabilités

• Provide ASL services to students in the classroom setting.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support student learning.
• Complete documentation, administrative and planning time as needed.

Connaissances

ASL fluency

English fluency

Formation

EIPA 3.5+ certification

RID certification

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in interpreting/ITP

Description du poste

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 or part-time on-site role as a American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) serving a school located in Kansas City, Kansas. 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, 37.5 hours/week • Part-time 20 hours/week • 2026-2027 School Year (October-May) • On-site, in-person • 6-12 grades • Dual support from the District and TheraPeds • Competitive pay • Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative and planning time.

$45- $60+/hour ($1,800 - $2400/week)

Qualifications

• 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 (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 part-time on-site American Sign Language Interpreter for a school-based position in Kansas City, KS. This role is ideal for candidates searching for Special Education Teacher jobs near me, SPED teacher jobs, Kansas special education teaching positions, or full-time part-time special education roles.