School Sign Language Interpreter (SLI)

MONTESSORI SCHOOL; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Weekly pay

Job summary

Amergis, a provider of school-based staffing, seeks an Educational Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) to facilitate communication in Bartow, FL. Responsibilities include interpreting between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and teachers/peers to ensure access to classroom instruction and activities.

The role requires proficiency in ASL and relevant interpreter credentials. Travel may be involved to support schools, with competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) required.
• Associates or bachelor’s in interpreting/related field preferred.
• State certifications or state requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and others within an educational setting.
• Interpret spoken language into sign language and vice versa to support classroom instruction, activities and learning discussions.

Skills

ASL proficiency

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

RID certification

Job description

School Sign Language Interpreter (SLI)Setting: SchoolsJob Type: TravelPay: 1712 WeekHours: 37.50Location: Bartow, FLThe Educational Sign Language Interpreter is a trained professional who facilities communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and others within an educational setting. Often, American Sign Language (ASL) is used to interpret spoken language into sign language and vice versa, which ensures students have accommodations to classroom instruction, activities and learning discussions.Minimum Requirements:Proficiency in American Sign LanguageAssociates degree or Bachelors degree in interpreting, deaf studies or related field, preferredState Board of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter Certificate (as applicable)Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) certificate (as applicable per state regulation or client requirement)Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification ( as applicable per state regulation or client requirement)Complies with all relevant professional standards of practiceCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.