American Sign Language Interpreter - Washington, DC

Language Services Associates; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,440 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Language Services Associates is seeking American Sign Language interpreters to join the Washington, DC area network. As an Independently Contracted Interpreter, you will facilitate communication for LEP communities across a variety of settings and assignments.

LSA emphasizes professionalism, confidentiality, and high standards of conduct. We may use AI tools to assist in hiring, but final decisions remain human. We welcome qualified interpreters who align with our commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree required.
• RID certification required.
• State interpreting licensure as applicable.
• Fluent in English and American Sign Language.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service.
• Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct and confidentiality.
• Follow interpretation protocols and industry best practices.
• Meet client clearance requirements as requested.
• Report on-site to accepted assignments in a timely manner.
• Access to personal or public transport.

Skills

Fluent English & ASL

Customer service

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree

RID certification

State interpreting licensure

Job description

Language Services Associates is looking for American Sign Language interpreters in the Washington, DC area. As a member of LSA’s network of Independently Contracted Interpreters, you will be responsible for facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community in a variety of settings. LSA is continuously accepting qualified interpreters for a wide range of interpreting assignments!

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service
• Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct, including maintaining strict standards of confidentiality
• Adhere to all policies and procedures, including professional interpretation protocols and industry specific best practices
• Adhere to clearance requirements as requested by clients
• Report on site to any accepted assignments in a timely manner
• Access to personal or public transport

Qualifications/Experience

• Associate or bachelor's degree
• RID certification
• State interpreting licensure (as applicable)
• Fluency in English and American Sign Language

LSA is passionate about what we do, which is helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment and in recognition of our commitment to excellence, LSA was named a Top Provider and a Top Workplace in 2026.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.