ASL Interpreter – Community & Education (Independent Contractor)

CHSC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center is seeking independent contractors for American Sign Language interpretation in community and educational settings across Northern Ohio. You will provide sign language interpreting services to Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals, adhering to the Interpreter’s Code of Ethics.

Ideal candidates are fluent in ASL with professional interpreting experience in schools, agencies, or community programs.

Qualifications

• Fluent in American Sign Language; professional interpreting background preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to adapt to diverse settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide ASL interpretation for community and educational settings.
• Adhere to Interpreter’s Code of Ethics while serving Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals.
• Travel to assignments across Northern Ohio counties as needed.

Skills

ASL fluency

Communication skills

Education

Professional sign language interpreter training

Job description

Independent Contractor: American Sign Language Interpreter (Community & Educational)

Purpose of Job:

We are seeking skilled American Sign Language Interpreters to join our team in two key roles: Community Interpreting and Educational Interpreting. Both candidates will provide sign language interpreting services to individuals throughout Northern Ohio who are Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing, ensuring adherence to the Interpreter’s Code of Ethics.

Requirements:

The ideal candidates are fluent in American Sign Language and have experience working in community or educational settings as the job requires. Skills required include:

• Educational background and training as a professional sign language interpreter.
• Work experience in a professional environment as a sign language interpreter with an interpreting agency, school or as an independent contractor.
• Excellent communication skills along with the ability to work in a variety of settings with diverse communication needs and preferences.
• Must have reliable transportation for assignments in the following counties:
  • Cuyahoga
  • Lorain
  • Medina
  • Erie
  • Huron
  • Lake
  • Sandusky
  • Geauga
  • Other Northern Ohio counties

If you would like to join our talented team, please send your cover letter and resume to Mike Siero, Assistant Director of Interpreting, Talent Management at [e-mail]