Sign Language Interpreter

RXinsider LTD.; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidental

Job summary

RXinsider LTD. in Illinois seeks an Educational Sign Language Interpreter to provide communication access for deaf or hard-of-hearing students in classroom settings by interpreting spoken language into ASL and back.

The requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Educational Interpreting or related field and an EIPA certification with a 3.5+ score. You will support classroom instruction and collaborate with teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Educational Interpreting or related field.
• Valid EIPA certification meeting Illinois requirements (3.5+).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret classroom instruction and activities using ASL or other sign systems.
• Facilitate communication among students, teachers, peers, and staff.
• Prepare lessons by reviewing materials and vocabulary.
• Collaborate with teachers to ensure curriculum access.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional interpreting standards.
• Assist with IEP-related communication as appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Educational Interpreting or related field

EIPA certification (3.5+)

Job description

Job Title: Educational Sign Language Interpreter

Position Summary

The Educational Sign Language Interpreter provides communication access for deaf or hard-of-hearing students by interpreting spoken language into sign language and vice versa in classroom and school settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret classroom instruction, discussions, and school activities using appropriate sign systems (e.g., ASL).
• Support communication between students, teachers, peers, and staff.
• Prepare for lessons by reviewing instructional materials and vocabulary.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure access to curriculum.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional interpreting standards.
• Assist in IEP-related communication as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Educational Interpreting or a related field required.
• Valid EIPA (Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment) certification meeting Illinois state requirements with a score of 3.5+.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.39 to $48.39. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.