ASL Interpreter Part-Time

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Fort Wayne is seeking a part-time interpreter to provide essential interpreting services for students and staff. Applicants must demonstrate fluency in American Sign Language and have strong English skills, alongside interpreting capabilities. The role offers flexible scheduling to accommodate student needs and requires experience or relevant certification.

Candidates will be part of a pool of interpreters, with the ability to accept assignments based on availability. An inclusive environment respecting diverse backgrounds is fundamental to this position.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in American Sign Language and English.
• Nationally and State certified or working towards certification.
• Must promote an inclusive environment respecting diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services for Ivy Tech students and faculty.
• Engage in effective customer relations.
• Assess language needs for accurate communication.
• Maintain accurate timesheets in Ivy Tech's reporting system.

Skills

Fluent American Sign Language

Fluent English

Accurate interpreting skills

Customer relations

Education

Associates, Bachelors, or Masters degree

3 years of Professional Interpreting Experience

Job description

Overview

Salary Range: $25.00 - $45.00/hourly (Based on Certification Level)

This position is on an as needed basis. A weekly schedule is established each semester, which will require flexibility to support student schedules, including the opportunities to work weekdays Monday through Friday within the hours of 8am to 10pm and occasionally on the weekends. This position is critical in providing interpreting services for signed and spoken discourse in classrooms, meetings, interviews, and other on campus events. Interpreters must possess fluent American Sign Language and spoken English language skills, accurate interpreting skills, and thorough knowledge of and adherence to the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct.

The successful candidates will be included in a pool of in-house part-time interpreters. When the new hire process is completed, assignments will be sent that may be accepted or decline depending on availability. There are no minimum requirements for hours worked to maintain the status of part-time.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services to Ivy Tech students, faculty, staff and visitors.
• Engage in preparation and effective customer relations
• Interpret signed and spoken discourse in classroom and non-academic assignments, with clients who use a wide variety of language modalities. (An interpreting/transliterating skills assessment may be part of the interview process.)
• Assess language needs of all clientele and adjust interpreting to ensure accurate and effective communication
• Meet with interpreter coordinator, preview available materials, and research additional resources to prepare for assignments; confirm all assignments with interpreter coordinator
• Maintain accurate timesheets in Ivy Tech’s time reporting system
• Communicate in a professional manner in all settings
• Complete Ivy Lead Trainings in a timely manner

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Qualifications

• An Associates, Bachelors or Masters level degree OR 3 years of Professional Interpreting Experience
• Proficiency in American Sign Language and English
• Nationally and State certified or working towards certification
• A successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees, and in which every individual feels respected and valued.

Other Requirements

• Transcripts and/or relevant certifications/licenses required at time of hire
• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.