K-12 Sign Language Interpreter - Full-Time Contract

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a School Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) for a contract‑full time position in Chesapeake, VA. This role enables communication between deaf or hard‑of‑hearing students and educators within a classroom setting, typically using ASL to interpret spoken language and vice versa.

The ideal candidate will be fluent in American Sign Language and hold appropriate interpreter credentials, with the ability to meet state and federal requirements.

Qualifications

• ASL proficiency required.
• Degree in interpreting or related field preferred.
• State and client credential requirements must be met.

Skills

American Sign Language

Education

Associate or Bachelor in interpreting / deaf studies or related field

State Board of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter Certificate

Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) certificate

RID certification

CPR certification

TB questionnaire / PPD / chest X-ray

Health certificate

Must be at least 18 years old

Job description

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a School Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) for a contract‑full time position in Chesapeake, VA. This role enables communication between deaf or hard‑of‑hearing students and educators within a classroom setting, typically using ASL to interpret spoken language and vice versa.

The ideal candidate will be fluent in American Sign Language and hold appropriate interpreter credentials, with the ability to meet state and federal requirements.