ASL Educational Interpreter | Empower Deaf Students

Tusd1; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District seeks a qualified interpreter to facilitate communication for Deaf and hard of hearing students in the Exceptional Education Department. The role involves voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice interpretation across classrooms and activities.

Minimum requirements include an Associate’s degree, EIPA 3.5, and proficiency in ASL, with knowledge of Deaf culture and English language skills. Two 0.88 FTE positions are available for the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• EIPA minimum score of 3.5.
• Demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation, Signed English, fingerspelling and/or other modes of communication with Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) students and adults.
• Basic knowledge of child development and language development.
• Familiarity with Deaf culture and cultural diversity.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and transliterate between voice and sign for Deaf and hard of hearing students and hearing peers/teachers.
• Facilitate clear communication in classroom and related settings.

Skills

ASL proficiency

EIPA 3.5

English proficiency (grammar, spelling

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Tucson Unified School District seeks a qualified interpreter to facilitate communication for Deaf and hard of hearing students in the Exceptional Education Department. The role involves voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice interpretation across classrooms and activities.

Minimum requirements include an Associate’s degree, EIPA 3.5, and proficiency in ASL, with knowledge of Deaf culture and English language skills. Two 0.88 FTE positions are available for the 2026-2027 school year.