Educational Sign Language Interpreter

Cross Country Education; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

34 hours/week

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a Sign Language Interpreter in Tacoma, WA to provide essential communication access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. You will interpret classroom instruction, meetings, testing, assemblies, field trips, and activities across school settings while adapting to each student’s needs.

Prepare for lessons by reviewing materials and vocabulary, and collaborate with educators to promote meaningful participation throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with EIPA score 3.5+ or a Bachelor’s degree with EIPA score 4.0+.
• National Interpreting Certification may be accepted.
• Experience in educational settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret between Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and teachers and staff in classrooms and school settings.
• Interpret classroom instruction, meetings, testing, assemblies, field trips, and activities, adapting communication to each student’s needs.
• Prepare for lessons by reviewing materials and building subject-specific vocabulary.
• Collaborate with educators to promote effective communication and student participation.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

Educational settings

Communication access

Education

Associate degree + EIPA 3.5+

Bachelor’s degree + EIPA 4.0+

National Interpreting Certification

Job description

Help create an inclusive learning environment where every lesson, conversation, and opportunity is accessible to all students! Join Cross Country Education as a Sign Language Interpreter in Tacoma, WA and provide essential communication access while supporting students’ academic growth, independence, and connection with their school community.

Position Overview

• Provide sign language interpretation between Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and teachers, staff, and other school community members across classroom and school-based settings.
• Interpret classroom instruction, discussions, meetings, conferences, testing, assemblies, field trips, and extracurricular activities while adapting communication methods to each student’s individual needs.
• Prepare for lessons and school activities by reviewing instructional materials and developing familiarity with subject-specific vocabulary.
• Collaborate with educators and support teams to promote effective communication and meaningful student participation throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree + EIPA score of 3.5+ or
  • Bachelor’s degree + EIPA score of 4.0+ or National Interpreting Certification
• Interpreter training program coursework and documented interpreting experience may be required depending on the assignment
• Experience interpreting in educational settings and supporting Deaf/Hard of Hearing students is strongly preferred

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $38.30 - $39.10per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Sign Language Interpreter, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a school-based schedule of 34 hours per week and paid sick leave.

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2