ASL Interpreter- School Setting

Point Quest, Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Point Quest Group is seeking an ASL Interpreter to provide sign language interpreting and communication access for deaf and hard of hearing students in a K-12 school setting in Springfield, IL. You will interpret in classrooms and small groups, support tutoring and daily instruction, and help students access the full curriculum alongside hearing peers.

Collaboration with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams is essential to support each student's communication and learning goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or CHSPE certificate.
• RID certification or equivalent required.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of core subjects and child development.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting & Communication Access: Interpret manually and orally for deaf and hard of hearing students in classroom and small-group settings, matching the language and intent of the speaker to the student's receptive communication level as outlined in their IEP.
• Preparation & Collaboration: Work with teachers and staff ahead of each assignment to review upcoming subject matter, vocabulary, and content, so students have full access to classroom instruction.
• IEP Participation: Participate as a member of the IEP team when appropriate. Share observations on communication strategies, the student's use of interpreter services, and academic, behavioral, and functional progress during class periods.
• Instructional Support: Under the classroom teacher's direction, support individual and small-group instructional activities, assist with daily assignments, and help with remedial or makeup work as needed.
• Documentation & Confidentiality: Maintain accurate records related to interpreting assignments and student progress. Uphold student confidentiality and support classroom, school, and district expectations at all times.

Skills

English fluency

Content knowledge

Child development knowledge

Written communication

Education

High school diploma / GED / CHSPE

RID certification

Cued Speech TEC Unit

ACCI Level 4+

ESSES Level 4+

EIPA Level 4+

Job description

Job Title:

ASL Interpreter- School Setting

Pay Range:

$40-$50/hourly

Job Description:

26/27 SY | Up to $50/hour | Full-Time | Springfield, IL | American Sign Language Interpreter

About the Role

Provide sign language interpreting and communication access services to deaf and hard of hearing students in K-12 school settings. You'll interpret in classrooms and small-group settings, support students during tutoring and daily instruction, and help students access the full curriculum alongside their hearing peers. This role collaborates closely with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support each student's communication and learning goals.

Educational Interpreter Key Responsibilities

• Interpreting & Communication Access: Interpret manually and orally for deaf and hard of hearing students in classroom and small-group settings, matching the language and intent of the speaker to the student's receptive communication level as outlined in their IEP.
• Preparation & Collaboration: Work with teachers and staff ahead of each assignment to review upcoming subject matter, vocabulary, and content, so students have full access to classroom instruction.
• IEP Participation: Participate as a member of the IEP team when appropriate. Share observations on communication strategies, the student's use of interpreter services, and academic, behavioral, and functional progress during class periods.
• Instructional Support: Under the classroom teacher's direction, support individual and small-group instructional activities, assist with daily assignments, and help with remedial or makeup work as needed.
• Documentation & Confidentiality: Maintain accurate records related to interpreting assignments and student progress. Uphold student confidentiality and support classroom, school, and district expectations at all times.

Educational Interpreter Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate.
• Certification: Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), or one of the following: Cued Speech TEC Unit certification, American Consortium of Certified Interpreters (ACCI) Level 4 or above, Education Sign Skills Evaluation - Interpreter (ESSES) Level 4 or above, or Educational Interpreter Performance Evaluation (EIPA) Level 4 or above.
• Skills: Fluency in written and spoken English, knowledge of core subject areas, and knowledge of child development.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

About Point Quest Group

We build a best-in-class community of special education professionals dedicated to helping students grow and achieve their greatest potential. We offer services across clinic, early intervention, and school-based settings, giving our team members the opportunity to broaden their skills and support students across a range of environments.

Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.