ASL Interpreter

MEMSPA; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland County Educational Service Agency in Midland, MI is seeking an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to provide 1:1 language support for deaf or hard-of-hearing students across classrooms and events.

You will work closely with teachers and the IEP team to ensure full academic and social access, interpreting classroom activities and supporting vocabulary, with emphasis on confidentiality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Educational interpreter with EIPA score 4.0 or higher (candidates below 4.0 may be considered as substitutes while working toward the requirement).
• Meets qualifications set forth in Michigan Administrative Code R.393.5026 and completes continuing education units to maintain licensure.
• Fluent in ASL or the specific sign language modality designated by the student’s educational team.
• Strong command of written and oral English (syntax, semantics, and spelling).

Responsibilities

• Interpret all classroom activities, instructions, and discussions according to the student’s IEP.
• Accompany the deaf or hard-of-hearing student throughout the day to classes and school events.
• Tutor and reinforce classroom content or vocabulary individually as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers and special education staff as part of the professional educational team.
• Monitor student comprehension and manage lighting, positioning, and attendance considerations.

Education

Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)

Michigan Admin Code qualifications

ASL fluency

Job description

Deadline: November 19, 2026
District/Organization: Midland County Educational Service Agency
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: Per Master Agreement

Position Title: American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter

Department / Division: Special Education

Reports To: Director of Special Education or Designated Supervisor

2026-2027 School Year

Position Summary

The ASL Interpreter provides 1:1 student support by interpreting or translating spoken language into American Sign Language for deaf or hard-of-hearing students across classroom and educational settings. The role works closely with classroom teachers and the IEP (Individualized Education Program) team to facilitate full academic and social access.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpret all appropriate classroom activities, instructions, and discussions according to the student’s IEP.
• Accompany the deaf or hard-of-hearing student throughout the day to classes and school events.
• Tutor and reinforce classroom content or vocabulary individually as needed.
• Collaborate as a member of the professional educational team, providing input to teacher consultants and special education staff.
• Monitor student comprehension and ensure appropriate physical/logistic considerations (lighting, positioning, and attendance).

Qualification Requirements

• Fully qualified educational interpreter with an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment

(EIPA) score of 4.0 or above (candidates below 4.0 may be considered as substitutes while

working toward the requirement per LARA guidelines).

• Meet qualifications set forth in Michigan Administrative Code R. 393.5026 and complete required

continuing education units to maintain licensure.

• Fluent in ASL or the specific sign language modality designated by the student’s educational team.

Strong command of written and oral English (syntax, semantics, and spelling).

• Ability to maintain student confidentiality and build cooperative relationships with students, staff,

and families.

Salary / Benefits

Salary and benefit in accordance with Master Agreement

School year position – 186 days / 7 hours / day

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, see and hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move 60 pounds or more. Occasional travel may be required. Noise levels are typically moderate.

The information contained in this position description is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the successful performance of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Additional duties and requirements may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions of the position.

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