Elementary Level Sign Language Interpreter

Juniata Sentinel; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Williamsport Area School District seeks a full-time Sign Language Interpreter to support deaf and hard-of-hearing students at the elementary level for the 2026-2027 school year. The position requires strong communication skills and collaboration with teachers and staff.

Applicants must demonstrate an EIPA score of 3.5 or be a qualified interpreter or transliterator under the Sign Language Interpreter and Transliterator Registration Act; salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Evidence of EIPA score 3.5 or eligible as a sign language interpreter.
• Eligibility as a transliterator under the Sign Language Interpreter and Transliterator Registration Act.

Skills

Sign language interpreter

EIPA 3.5

Transliterator

Job description

The Williamsport Area School District is accepting applications for a full-time Sign Language Interpreter for the 2026-2027 school year. This position will support deaf and hard of hearing students at the elementary level.

Applicants must provide evidence of a score of 3.5 on the EIPA, or be a qualified sign language interpreter or qualified transliterator under the Sign Language Interpreter and Transliterator Registration Act.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Williamsport Area School District is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to the success of our organization.

We strive to create an inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, skills, and merit. We are dedicated to promoting equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and all other aspects of employment.

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