School Sign Language Interpreter: Empower Deaf Students

Amergis; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards programs

Job summary

Amergis is seeking Educational Sign Language Interpreters for two in-person roles in Tempe, AZ. The positions run Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with start dates ASAP.

These contracts support deaf/hard-of-hearing students in middle and elementary schools, providing sign language interpretation to facilitate classroom instruction and discussions. Apply via call/text at 813-280-8809 or email [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Proficiency in American Sign Language
• Associates degree or Bachelors degree in interpreting, deaf studies or related field (preferred)
• State Board of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter Certificate (as applicable)
• Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) certificate (as applicable)
• RID certification (as applicable)
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Skills

Proficiency in American Sign Language

Education

Associates degree or Bachelors degree in interpreting, deaf studies or related field

State Board of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter Certificate

Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) certificate

Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification

Current CPR

Health certificate / TB screening

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age

Job description

Amergis is seeking Educational Sign Language Interpreters for two in-person roles in Tempe, AZ. The positions run Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with start dates ASAP.

These contracts support deaf/hard-of-hearing students in middle and elementary schools, providing sign language interpretation to facilitate classroom instruction and discussions. Apply via call/text at 813-280-8809 or email [e-mail].