Freelance ASL Interpreter for Schools & Community

ContextGlobal Inc.; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Net 30 payments

Direct deposit

Tailored job assignments

Job summary

ContextGlobal Inc. is seeking ASL interpreters to support students, staff, and community members across Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS).

Role involves facilitating communication between ASL and English, with consideration for cultural and linguistic differences. Freelance assignments are common, with employee options available for the right fit; clearance is required before onboarding.

Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language and English voicing.
• Completion of an Interpreter Training Program (graduates of accredited programs preferred).
• One year of experience as an ASL interpreter, or recent graduate of an accredited Interpreter Training Program.
• Proficient signing and voicing skills; strong knowledge of educational vocabulary, ASL, and Deaf culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective communication facilitation between multiple parties, working to and from ASL and English.
• Understand cultural and linguistic differences between communities and respond accordingly.

Skills

ASL fluency

English voicing

Interpreting skills

Educational vocabulary

Deaf culture knowledge

Education

Interpreter Training Program completion

Job description

ContextGlobal Inc. is seeking ASL interpreters to support students, staff, and community members across Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS).

Role involves facilitating communication between ASL and English, with consideration for cultural and linguistic differences. Freelance assignments are common, with employee options available for the right fit; clearance is required before onboarding.