ASL Interpreter

Temporary Staffing Professionals; Basehor (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Temporary Staffing Professionals seeks an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter for on-site support in Basehor, KS, to assist deaf or hard-of-hearing students in a school setting. The role requires real-time ASL interpretation, collaboration with teachers and staff, participation in IEP meetings, and a commitment to confidentiality and professional standards.

Preferred candidates hold RID certification or equivalent and have experience in educational environments, strong communication skills,

Qualifications

• Certification as an ASL Interpreter (RID certification or equivalent) preferred.
• Previous experience interpreting in educational or school-based settings preferred.
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture and professional interpreting ethics.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain neutral, professional, and accurate in all interpreting situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time ASL interpretation for students in classroom instruction, school activities, and meetings
• Facilitate communication between students, teachers, and peers
• Interpret spoken language into ASL and vice versa while maintaining accuracy and appropriate tone
• Support student access to curriculum, discussions, and educational materials
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure effective communication strategies are in place
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional interpreting standards
• Assist in preparing for classroom activities by reviewing materials in advance when possible
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide input as appropriate

Job description

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter

We are hiring for a great client in Basehor, KS. This is an on-site contract opportunity for an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter who will support students who are deaf or hard of hearing by providing accurate interpretation services in a school-based setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time ASL interpretation for students in classroom instruction, school activities, and meetings
• Facilitate communication between students, teachers, and peers
• Interpret spoken language into ASL and vice versa while maintaining accuracy and appropriate tone
• Support student access to curriculum, discussions, and educational materials
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure effective communication strategies are in place
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional interpreting standards
• Assist in preparing for classroom activities by reviewing materials in advance when possible
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide input as appropriate

Qualifications

• Certification as an ASL Interpreter (e.g., RID certification or equivalent) preferred
• Previous experience interpreting in educational or school-based settings preferred
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture and professional interpreting ethics
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain neutral, professional, and accurate in all interpreting situations
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment