Educational Sign Language Interpreter - Oroville, CA

Sunbelt Staffing; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking qualified Sign Language Interpreters or ASL Paras to support hard-of-hearing and deaf students in a school environment. Positions are full-time, onsite in California, with ~30 hours per week (about 6 hours per day).

You will facilitate access to educational content and social interaction for middle and high school students, with site preferences considered. Responsibilities include interpreting in various settings, collaborating with teachers, and promoting inclusive

Qualifications

• Certification from the National Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf or a score of 4.0+ on the EIPA/ESSE-I/R/NAD/ACCI assessment.
• ASL Paras may be considered with an EIPA score under 4.0.
• Proven ability to interpret effectively and sensitively in an educational environment.
• Preference for experience with middle/high school students.

Responsibilities

• Provide sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign interpreting to enable communication between deaf/hard-of-hearing students, peers, and staff.
• Assist students with reading, writing, and math concepts.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

ASL proficiency

Communication facilitation

Education

Certification by National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf

Job description

Make a positive impact in the educational setting by supporting communication and learning for hard of hearing and deaf students. This contract opportunity is perfect for Sign Language Interpreters or qualified ASL Paras looking to work onsite in a dynamic school environment. Full-time positions are available with approximately 30 hours per week, typically covering about 6 hours per day. Youll be facilitating access to both educational content and social interaction for middle and high school students, with your site preference taken into consideration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign interpreting to enable effective communication between deaf or hard of hearing students, their peers, and school personnel
• Assist students with academic concepts in subjects such as reading, writing, and math
• Support students in developing vocational and everyday living skills as needed
• Monitor and assist students during classroom, outdoor, and community-based activities
• Adapt to a variety of instructional settings to promote student success
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to foster an inclusive learning environment

Qualifications:

• Certification from the National Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf, or a score of 4.0 or above on the EIPA, ESSE-I/R, or NAD/ACCI assessment
• Consideration for candidates with an EIPA score under 4.0 (referred to as ASL Paras)
• Proven ability to interpret effectively and sensitively in an educational environment
• Preference for experience working with middle and/or high school students

If you are passionate about aiding student communication and education, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $60.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.