Part-Time ASL Interpreter - Flexible Campus Support

Nazareth University; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Nazareth University in Rochester, NY is building a pool of qualified Part-Time, Temporary ASL interpreters to support accessible communication across campus. Interpreters may be assigned to courses, campus events, meetings, and student and employee support, with hours varying and not guaranteed.

Assignments and weekly hours depend on campus needs and interpreter availability. Work will primarily occur on campus, with limited remote assignments possible.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in American Sign Language and English.
• Experience providing ASL interpreting in academic, professional, event, or community settings.
• Ability to interpret clearly, accurately, impartially, and professionally for a range of campus audiences.
• Strong judgment, reliability, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to prepare for assignments involving varied academic and professional terminology.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively with students, employees, families, visitors, and community members.
• Availability for daytime assignments and occasional evening or weekend assignments, depending on campus needs.
• Ability to provide services on the Nazareth University campus in Rochester, New York.
• Ability to use email, videoconferencing platforms, and other technology necessary for scheduling and remote interpreting assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, impartial, and effective interpretation between American Sign Language and English in courses, meetings, events, programs, and other assigned settings.
• Convey the meaning, tone, intent, and relevant contextual information communicated by participants.
• Review available course materials, agendas, terminology, and other information needed to prepare for assignments.
• Adapt interpreting methods to the setting, participants, subject matter, and communication needs of the assignment.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries, confidentiality, and impartiality.
• Follow applicable professional standards and University policies when providing interpreting services.
• Communicate availability and respond promptly to assignment requests, scheduling changes, or potential conflicts.
• Arrive on time and remain available for the full duration of accepted assignments.
• Use videoconferencing or other communication technology for remote assignments when required.
• Notify the supervisor promptly of concerns that could affect communication access or successful completion of an assignment.
• Perform other related interpreting duties as assigned.

Skills

ASL proficiency

English proficiency

Academic interpreting

Confidentiality

Terminology preparation

Interpersonal collaboration

Daytime + evenings availability

On-site Rochester NY

Email & videoconferencing

Education

RID

NIC

EIPA

Tools

Zoom

Job description

Nazareth University in Rochester, NY is building a pool of qualified Part-Time, Temporary ASL interpreters to support accessible communication across campus. Interpreters may be assigned to courses, campus events, meetings, and student and employee support, with hours varying and not guaranteed.

Assignments and weekly hours depend on campus needs and interpreter availability. Work will primarily occur on campus, with limited remote assignments possible.