School Sign Language Interpreter (SLI)

Amergis; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

401(k) savings

Awards & recognition

Job summary

Amergis is seeking an Educational Sign Language Interpreter to facilitate communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and educators in a school setting. The role requires ASL proficiency and relevant interpreting credentials to meet state and client requirements.

The candidate should have an interpreting degree or be pursuing one and hold or be eligible for EIPA or RIDCertification as applicable.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in American Sign Language required.
• Degree in interpreting or related field preferred.
• State requirements may apply (certifications as applicable).
• EIPA or RID certifications may be required by state regulations or client.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Professional standards

CPR certification

Education

Interpreting degree (associates/bachelors)

EIPA certificate

RID certification

Job description

The 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 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 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 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

Benefits

At 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 paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, 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.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Sign Language Interpreter | Sign Language Interpreter School

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0672

Contract Duration: 36

Pay Rate: $1125 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-09-01T17:00:19