Sign Language Interpreter

Eleutheria; Town of Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Point Quest Group seeks a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter in Aurora, IL to provide accurate, real-time interpretation for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. You will support classroom instruction, small groups, and school events, ensuring accessibility and inclusion aligned with individual IEPs.

Ideal candidates hold ISBE approval and DOJ/FBI background clearance, with strong Deaf culture understanding and experience in K-12 settings.

Qualifications

• Educational Interpreter Approval from ISBE
• DOJ/FBI background check or equivalent
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• RID certification (preferred)
• K-12 school interpreting experience (preferred)
• Deaf culture awareness and best practices (preferred)
• Experience with diverse learning and communication needs (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, real-time interpretation services in classroom and events
• Adapt communication methods to match each student’s language needs and IEP accommodations
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure accessible instructional content
• Support student independence by facilitating communication without altering message content
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics and standards
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to communication access progress
• Prepare by reviewing materials to ensure accurate interpretation
• Build positive relationships with students, staff and families to foster inclusion

Skills

ASL interpretation

Sign language fluency

Real-time interpretation

IEP collaboration

Education

Educational Interpreter Approval from ISBE

Background check required (DOJ/FBI)

Eligibility to work in the United States

Job description

Job Title

Sign Language Interpreter

Pay Range

$32-45/Hour

Job Description

26/27 School Year | $32-45/Hour | Full-Time | Aurora, IL |Educational Interpreter Approvalfrom theIllinois State Board of Education (ISBE)Required

About the Role

As a Sign Language Interpreter with Point Quest Group, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring equitable access to education for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. You’ll facilitate communication between students, teachers, and peers across academic and social settings, helping students fully engage in their school experience. This role is ideal for someone who is highly skilled, culturally aware, and passionate about inclusion — because every student deserves to be heard and understood.

Why Join Us

• CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation
• 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

• Educational Interpreter Approvalfrom the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
• 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
• Prior experience interpreting in a K–12 school setting
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture and educational interpreting best practices
• Experience working with students with diverse learning and communication needs

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.

Physical Demands

• Environment : Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
• Activity : Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Sensory : Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.

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.