ASL Interpreter (Part-time)

Virginia AG; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Peninsula Community College is seeking an ASL Interpreter (Part-time) for remote work across multiple VPCC locations. The role supports deaf and hard-of-hearing students in classroom, tutoring, and student services settings with flexible daytime/evening hours, Monday through Friday, including some weekends.

The ideal candidate will have ASL proficiency, English grammar skills, and applicable certifications (VQAS Level III or NIC/Registry).

Qualifications

• Relevant work-related experience.
• Proficiency in ASL.
• Proficiency using English grammar.
• VQAS Level III or NIC/Registry certification.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days.
• Available Monday–Friday with flexible daytime/evening hours; weekends possible.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting and transliterating services for deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Interpret in-person and virtual classroom instruction and student services.
• Develop partnerships with classroom and educate partners about interpreter services.
• Be available to work at VPCC campuses and extension centers or events.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate record keeping.

Skills

ASL proficiency

English grammar

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Microsoft Office

Record keeping

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Title: ASL Interpreter (Part-time)

Agency: Virginia Peninsula Community College

Location: Multiple Locations

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $40.00-$60.00

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Job Description

Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.

Provide effective interpreting and transliterating services for deaf and hard of hearing people which includes any oral communication during in-person and virtual classroom instruction (labs included), scheduled instructor appointments, scheduled tutoring sessions, any student services appointments, and student services events, etc. Develop partnerships within classroom and educate community partners, agencies, and organizations regarding interpreter services.

*This is a REMOTE position. The selected candidate must be available (Monday-Friday) to work flexible daytime and/or evening hours and occasional weekends *

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant work-related experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in ASL.
• Demonstrated proficiency using English grammar.
• Virginia Quality Assurance Screening (VQAS) Level III or Must have either Level III, Registry of Interpreters or National Interpreter Certification
• Certifications. (Examples include: NIC Master, NIC Advanced, NIC, NAD5, CSC, CI/CT, CDI, RSC, MCSC, OTC CI or CT, TSC4 IC/TC, NAD 4, TSC3, CS-IV, I-IV, T-IV, T-III/I-III, IC or TC, TSC:2, CS-III, I-III, T-III, T-II/I-II, NAD 3, TSC:1, CS-II, I-II, T-II.)
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must have a valid driver's license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Must be available (Monday-Friday) to work flexible daytime and/or evening hours and occasional weekends at any VPCC campuses and all extension centers or events.
• Must be available to work during the fall, spring, and summer semesters.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of deaf culture and language.
• Working knowledge of FERPA.

Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with individuals at all levels.
• Attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and quality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate excellent active listening skills.

Ability to

• Work independently and in a team environment.
• Interpret without any additions, omissions or other factors that alter the intended meaning of the message from the speaker.
• Focus on a single source in the presence of distractions.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Maintain accurate record keeping.
• Communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.

Additional Considerations

• Experience interpreting at the post-secondary level in a community college setting.