ASL Program Coordinator: Accessibility & Interpreting

Harvard University; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plans with contributions

Professional development opportunities

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a full-time ASL Coordinator within the Department of Linguistics. This role is vital in supporting accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, providing signed language interpretation, and coordinating interpreting services.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of ASL interpreting experience and be adept in educational settings. The position includes course planning and program support, making it essential to engage effectively with faculty and students.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience as an ASL interpreter.
• Experience in higher education or academic environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interpreting services for deaf and hard-of-hearing faculty, staff, and students.
• Assess interpreting needs and provide direct interpretation services.
• Support course planning and program management for the ASL Program.

Skills

ASL interpreting experience

Communication accessibility

Instructional support

Scheduling coordination

Job description

Harvard University is seeking a full-time ASL Coordinator within the Department of Linguistics. This role is vital in supporting accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, providing signed language interpretation, and coordinating interpreting services.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of ASL interpreting experience and be adept in educational settings. The position includes course planning and program support, making it essential to engage effectively with faculty and students.