Sign Assistant

Eleutheria; Carlsbad (NM); Vor Ort; USD 68.000 - 77.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

CEU reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Full benefits

Paid sick time

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Point Quest Group is seeking a Sign Assistant to provide real-time interpretation for K-12 classrooms in Carlsbad, NM. You will bridge communication between spoken English and sign language using ASL or Signing Exact English, supporting students with deaf or hard-of-hearing needs.

The role offers benefits and professional development opportunities, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with teachers, families, and the special education team to ensure accessible instruction throughout the

Qualifikationen

• Licensure/credential requirements for educational interpreters are listed.
• Experience or eligibility in DPI interpreter licensing is preferred.
• Background check and clearance requirements are described.

Aufgaben

• Provide accurate real-time interpretation for classroom instruction and events.
• Adapt communication methods to match each student’s language needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure accessible content.
• Support student independence without altering message meaning.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethics and standards.
• Participate in IEP meetings and share communication access insights.
• Prepare materials in advance to ensure effective interpretation.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Kenntnisse

Eligibility to work in the United Sta

EIPA score acceptable

Strong communication skills

Ausbildung

Associates Degree – Child Development or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title:

Sign Assistant

Pay Range:

$49.00-$56.00/hourly

Job Description:

26/27 School Year | $49-$56/hour | Full-Time | Carlsbad, NM |Sign Assistant

About the Role:

As an Educational Sign Language Assistant with Point Quest, you’ll be the bridge that gives deaf and hard of hearing students full access to their classrooms. Working across K-12 settings, you’ll interpret instruction, discussions, and activities between spoken English and sign, using ASL, Signing Exact English, or the modality that best fits each student, so they can participate fully alongside their peers. You’ll partner closely with teachers, the special education team, and families to make sure communication is seamless throughout the school day. It’s meaningful, hands-on work with a direct, visible impact on a student’s ability to learn and connect.

Why Join Us:

• CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Paid sick time
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

What You’ll Do:

• Provide accurate, real-time interpretation services (e.g., ASL, Signed English) for students in classroom instruction, small groups, assemblies, and school events
• Adapt communication methods to match each student’s language needs, preferences, and IEP accommodations
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure instructional content is accessible and delivered effectively
• Support student independence by facilitating communication without altering the content or intent of the message
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics and standards of practice
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute insight on communication access and student progress
• Prepare for instructional content by reviewing materials in advance to ensure accurate and effective interpretation
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families to support a collaborative and inclusive school environment

What We’re Looking For:

Must Have

• Eligibility for or possession of a Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) Educational Interpreter License
• Passing Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score meeting Wisconsin DPI requirements
• Completion of an accredited Interpreter Training Program
• Associates Degree – Child Development or related field
• Department of Justice/FBI Background Check (or equivalent state or national fingerprint clearance)
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Preferred

• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification (NIC, CI/CT, or recognized legacy credentials)
• Wisconsin BEI certification
• Prior experience interpreting in a K–12 school setting
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture and educational interpreting best practice
• Experience working with students with diverse learning and communication needs
• Understanding of Deaf culture and the educational needs of students who are deaf or hard of hearing

About Point Quest Group

Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.

Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.