American Sign Language Interpreter - Nashville, TN

Language Services Associates, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A language services provider is seeking American Sign Language Interpreters in Nashville, TN. This role involves independent contracting where interpreters can negotiate competitive fees and choose assignments. Candidates must have relevant educational qualifications, certifications, and fluency in both English and American Sign Language. Experience in medical or mental health settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree.
• RID certification.
• Interpreter’s state’s QA equivalent level certification.
• Proof required License or Registration.
• Fluency in English and American Sign Language.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the ethics of interpreting.
• Experience and comfort working in medical and/or mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Attend on-site assignments as scheduled.
• Maintain professional credentials and confidentiality.
• Coordinate via our invoicing platform and 24hr support.

Skills

ASL-English fluency

Ethics in interpreting

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

RID certification

State QA certification

Proof of license/registration

Job description

Overview

LSA is looking for American Sign Language Interpreters for a client in the Nashville, TN area. LSA network interpreters are independently contracted, and as such, are able to negotiate competitive fees for services based on experience, professional credentials, and market factors. Interpreters participating in the LSA network have the ability to accept or decline assignments as best fit their schedule. Independently contracted interpreters that join the LSA network are provided opportunities to accept challenging assignments and gain competitive industry experience. Interpreters are expected to remain committed to assignments accepted, and to arrive onsite by the time requested by the client. All interpreters are provided access to our web-based invoicing platform and 24hr coordinator support for assignments, invoicing, and general queries.

Location

To be considered for this role, you must be in/near or able to travel to the Nashville, TN area.

About the role

Interpreters in LSA’s network of independent contractors are asked to meet the following requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor degree
• RID certification
• Interpreter’s state’s QA equivalent level certification
• Proof required License or Registration
• Fluency in English and American Sign Language
• Knowledge of and adherence to the ethics of interpreting
• Experience and comfort working in medical and/or mental health settings