School Sign Language Interpreter (SLI)

Amergis; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis is seeking two full-time Sign Language Interpreters (SLIs) to support elementary students in a Phoenix, AZ school setting. The role involves 1:1 communication support for deaf or hard-of-hearing students, translating between ASL and spoken English in the classroom.

Ideal candidates will have ASL proficiency, appropriate interpreting credentials, and compliance with state and federal requirements. The position is 37.5 hours per week, $40 per hour, on a 10-month contract, with start date

Qualifications

• ASL proficiency required.
• Bachelor’s/Associate degree in interpreting or deaf studies preferred.
• EIPA, RID certification, or state interpreter certification as applicable.
• CPR certification if required.
• Must meet all applicable federal, state and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Interpret spoken language into ASL and vice versa.
• Facilitate communication between students, teachers, staff and peers.
• Support student participation in classroom instruction and activities.
• Maintain professional standards and confidentiality in the educational setting.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Interpreting/Deaf Studies

CPR certification

Job description

Hiring: Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) | Phoenix, AZ

Pay Rate: $40.00/hour Full-Time | 37.5 Hours/Week | 10-Month Contract Start Date: August 31, 2026

A school district in the Phoenix, AZ area is seeking 2 Sign Language Interpreters (SLIs) to support elementary-aged students in a school setting. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide 1:1 communication support for deaf or hard-of-hearing students in a general education classroom environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Interpret spoken language into American Sign Language (ASL) and vice versa

• Facilitate effective communication between students, teachers, staff, and peers

• Support student participation in classroom instruction, activities, and discussions

• Maintain professional standards and confidentiality within the educational setting

Minimum Requirements

• ? Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL)

• ? Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Interpreting, Deaf Studies, or related field preferred

• ? EIPA, RID Certification, or State Interpreter Certification (as applicable)

• ? Current CPR certification (if required)

• ? Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

• ? Must be at least 18 years of age

Position Details

• Elementary School Setting

• 1:1 Student Assignment

• General Education Classroom

• Low Behavioral Support Needs

• Full-Time Schedule

• No Client Interview Required

The Educational Sign Language Interpreter is a trained professional who facilitates 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.