K-12 Sign Language Interpreter | Empower Deaf Students

Three Oaks Elementary School; Virginia Beach, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Three Oaks Elementary School is seeking a dedicated sign language interpreter to support deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students across grades K‑12 within the school system. The interpreter will adhere to RID/DoDH standards and collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to ensure accurate communication.

Responsibilities include delivering accurate interpretation in IEP meetings, parent conferences, assemblies, and after-school activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Passing EIPA Written Test required.
• EIPA Performance Test Level 3.5 or equivalent certification recognized by VA DoDH as Level III or higher.

Responsibilities

• Interpret for deaf/hard-of-hearing students K–12 as per IEP.
• Interpret for IEP meetings, parent conferences, and Deaf staff.
• Interpret during assemblies, performances, announcements, field trips.
• Interpret outside normal school hours for tutoring, clubs, and events.
• Mentor new interpreters and students in interpreter training programs.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

ASL proficiency

Communication with stakeholders

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EIPA Level 3.5 or equivalent certification

Associate degree or higher (preferred)

Job description

Three Oaks Elementary School is seeking a dedicated sign language interpreter to support deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students across grades K‑12 within the school system. The interpreter will adhere to RID/DoDH standards and collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to ensure accurate communication.

Responsibilities include delivering accurate interpretation in IEP meetings, parent conferences, assemblies, and after-school activities.