ASL Interpreter- School Setting

Point Quest, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Point Quest Group is hiring an American Sign Language Interpreter to support deaf and hard of hearing students in a K-12 school setting in Springfield, IL. You will provide sign language interpreting and access services in classrooms and small groups, enabling full curriculum access.

You will collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support each student’s communication and learning goals, participate in IEP processes, and maintain confidential documentation and

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or CHSPE certificate.
• Certification: RID or Cued Speech TEC Unit, ACCI Level 4+, ESSES Level 4+, or EIPA Level 4+.
• Skills: Fluency in written and spoken English; knowledge of core subject areas; knowledge of child development.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting & Communication Access: Interpret for deaf and hard of hearing students in classrooms and small groups, matching language to the student’s level.
• Preparation & Collaboration: Review upcoming subject matter with teachers to ensure access to instruction.
• IEP Participation: Participate on the IEP team when appropriate and share observations.
• Instructional Support: Support classroom and small-group activities and assist with assignments as needed.
• Documentation & Confidentiality: Maintain records and uphold confidentiality and school expectations.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

IEP participation

Collaboration with teachers

Documentation & confidentiality

Excellent written and verbal English

Education

High school diploma / GED / CHSPE

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. Point Quest Group is an education solutions company serving school districts nationwide, providing special education services, expert staffing, and professional development. Led by experienced professionals, we offer meaningful careers, strong mentorship, and a supportive community—so you can grow, feel valued, and make a lasting impact on students and schools every day.