Educational Interpreter: Sign Language for Deaf Students

Young World Physical Education; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Educational Interpreter in Bluffton, SC. This full-time role involves providing interpreting services to deaf and hard-of-hearing students in various educational settings. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma, with a preference for a Baccalaureate degree and certification in interpreting.

Responsibilities include interpreting spoken and signed messages accurately, participating in educational team meetings, and ensuring students receive full access to communication in their education.

The position requires fluency in both English and Sign Language, alongside adherence to professional conduct standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum: high school diploma.
• Preferred: Baccalaureate degree, graduation from a recognized interpreter training program (ITP).
• Fluency in English and in Sign Language.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services for deaf/hard of hearing students.
• Participate in educational team meetings.
• Prepare for interpreting by familiarization with subject area vocabulary.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Sign Language

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Baccalaureate degree

Graduation from recognized interpreter training program (ITP)

National certification or EIPA level 4.0+

Job description

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Educational Interpreter in Bluffton, SC. This full-time role involves providing interpreting services to deaf and hard-of-hearing students in various educational settings. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma, with a preference for a Baccalaureate degree and certification in interpreting.

Responsibilities include interpreting spoken and signed messages accurately, participating in educational team meetings, and ensuring students receive full access to communication in their education.

The position requires fluency in both English and Sign Language, alongside adherence to professional conduct standards.