Sign Language Interpreter — Empower Deaf Education

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

The City University of New York seeks part-time Sign Language Interpreters at LaGuardia Community College to support deaf and hard-of-hearing students in diverse classrooms and campus events.

Interpreters render accurate interpretation between spoken English and ASL (consecutive and simultaneous), collaborate with faculty and staff, maintain confidentiality, and uphold ethical standards while promoting accessibility and inclusion across college programs.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English and American Sign Language.
• Level I requires high school diploma; higher levels require degrees/certifications.
• Preferred: RID or NAD certification.

Responsibilities

• Interpret spoken English to ASL and vice versa.
• Facilitate communication between deaf students and faculty.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional standards.
• Stay updated on interpreting best practices.

Skills

ASL fluency

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or equivalent

RID/NAD certification

Baccalaureate degree

Job description

The City University of New York seeks part-time Sign Language Interpreters at LaGuardia Community College to support deaf and hard-of-hearing students in diverse classrooms and campus events.

Interpreters render accurate interpretation between spoken English and ASL (consecutive and simultaneous), collaborate with faculty and staff, maintain confidentiality, and uphold ethical standards while promoting accessibility and inclusion across college programs.