ASL Interpreter & Accessibility Lead

Maryville College; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 39,462 - 44,395; Full time

Job summary

Maryville College seeks an ASL Interpreter & Accessibility Coordinator to support equitable access for Deaf and hard of hearing students. This role ensures compliance with ADA by coordinating interpreting and accessibility-related services across the campus.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of relevant experience, offering interpreting services for instruction, events, and supporting student engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional interpreting experience for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
• Experience coordinating accessibility-related support services preferred.
• Experience in higher education or student support services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services for classroom instruction and campus events.
• Maintain records in accordance with College policies and regulations.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts for students needing accessibility services.

Skills

Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)

Knowledge of Deaf culture

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

RID interpreter certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Assistive technology systems

Job description

Maryville College seeks an ASL Interpreter & Accessibility Coordinator to support equitable access for Deaf and hard of hearing students. This role ensures compliance with ADA by coordinating interpreting and accessibility-related services across the campus.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of relevant experience, offering interpreting services for instruction, events, and supporting student engagement initiatives.