Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Substitute

Eastmont School District; East Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 22,950 - 33,985; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

WA State sick leave law

Job summary

A regional school district in East Wenatchee is looking for a part-time Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Substitute. This role involves facilitating communication for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students by interpreting classroom activities and other educational contexts. Candidates should possess fluency in American Sign Language, a high school diploma, and preferably prior experience working with children. The position offers varied duties and requires adherence to professional standards.

Qualifications

• Fluent in American Sign Language and able to pass the proficiency interview.
• Preferred experience working with children, especially Deaf/hard of hearing students.
• Completion of Interpreter Training Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret information for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students in various educational settings.
• Prepare and study instructional materials to provide clear interpretations.
• Adhere to confidentiality and professional behavior within the district.

Skills

American Sign Language fluency

Effective spoken and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively as a team

Ability to interact effectively with others

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Substitute

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Job Details

Job ID: 5369860

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 10, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16.66 to $24.67 Per Hour

Job Description

Substitute Position

Duties and Requirements:

This position performs sign to voice and voice to sign interpretation in the classroom and other educational settings to facilitate communication between Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH) students, teachers, staff, and other students.

• Interprets information, lectures, discussions, classroom activities, school meetings, assemblies, and field trips for the purpose of providing communication access.
• Prepares, previews and studies subject matter being taught or presented such as lesson materials, handouts, and videos to research vocabulary and assure appropriate terminology applicable to the subject or to the forum for lectures or assemblies for the purpose of ensuring that a clear interpretation can be provided.
• Ability to work with students within the parameters of the individualized education plan.
• Previous work experience with Deaf/hard of hearing students desired.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team.
• May perform instructional activities under teachers guidance.
• Adapts interpretation to the varying and diverse needs and abilities of the students.
• Adheres to appropriate district guidelines for confidentiality and professional behavior.
• Effective spoken and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with others

Professional Qualifications:

• High School diploma, or equivalent.
• American Sign Language fluency.
• Must receive a fluent rating on the American Sign Language proficiency portion of the interview.
• Previous successful work with children is preferred.
• Interpreter Training Program completion is preferred.Documentation of having met EIPA Written and Performance Standards is preferred.

Mandatory Conditions of Employment:

• Successful clearance of the FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.
• Successful Washington State Sexual Misconduct clearance
• Completion of federal I-9 form

Physical Requirements:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull.
• Ability to walk fast and run.
• Ability to be on feet/stand most of the day.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Benefits: WA State sick leave law

Eastmont School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Kayla Brown, 509-884-7169, [e-mail]; and Section 504 Coordinator, Spencer Taylor, 509-884-7169, [e-mail]. 800 Eastmont Avenue, East Wenatchee 98802