Freelance ASL Interpreter, Montgomery County Public Schools

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Net 30 payments

Direct deposit

Tailored assignments

Job summary

ContextGlobal, Inc. seeks ASL interpreters to support students, staff, and community members across MCPS in Montgomery County, MD. Roles emphasize effective communication between ASL and English, with attention to cultural differences.

Certification is flexible; non-certified interpreters are welcome for student/community work, while certified interpreters are needed for staff and ADA assignments. Background checks and fingerprinting are required.

Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language and English voicing.
• One year of experience as an ASL interpreter or recent graduate of an accredited Interpreter Training Program.
• Completion of an Interpreter Training Program preferred.

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.
• Adhere to RID Code of Professional Conduct.

Skills

ASL fluency

English voicing

Strong signing

Customer service

Cultural awareness

Education

Interpreter Training Program

Job description

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

Role Expectations

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

Certification

We are hiring both certified and non-certified interpreters. Assignments are matched to your credentials:

• Non-certified interpreters with strong skills are needed for student and community assignments
• Certified interpreters (RID, NAD IV or V, or a BEI equivalent) are needed for staff, employee, and ADA assignments

Required 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

Core Competencies

• Ethical decision-making
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of educational, corporate, and/or community vocabulary
• Strong understanding of cultural and linguistic differences between communities
• Self-motivated, well-organized, and dependable with paperwork and timekeeping
• Adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct

Pay

$45 to $65 per hour, based on experience and certifications. Net 30 payments, direct deposit.

Pre-Employment Screenings

Because this work is in public schools, every assignment requires clearance. You will begin the criminal background check and fingerprinting process through MCPS or an MCPS-approved agency before your onboarding with us is complete, and clearance must be finished before your first assignment. ContextGlobal will reimburse the cost of the fingerprinting once you are cleared. An invoice must be provided with a valid copy of the receipt of payment.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive rates
• Net 30 payments
• Direct deposit
• Tailored job assignments (no blast emails)

While we prioritize freelance interpreters, an employee option is available for the right fit.

About ContextGlobal

ContextGlobal, Inc. is a language service provider delivering top-tier translation, interpreting, and consulting services to a select clientele in the Washington Metropolitan area. Our clients include Fortune 100 companies and government organizations. We are quality-focused, customer-first, and committed to building a diverse and highly qualified team.

Interviews and screenings will be conducted in ASL and spoken English.