Sign Language Interpreter - Empower Deaf Students

Birch Agency; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) with employer matching

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

PTO

Job summary

BIRCH AGENCY seeks a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter to support students in the Mechanicsburg, PA area for the upcoming school year. You will provide real-time interpretation across classrooms, meetings, and school events, ensuring comprehension and access to education.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, adapting delivery to individual needs, and collaborating with Teachers of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing and staff to foster an inclusive Deaf-friendly climate.

Qualifications

• BA or Associate’s degree in Educational Interpreting.
• Minimum score of 3.5 on Educational Interpreter’s Proficiency Assessment (EIPA) OR RID certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide sign language interpretive services as specified in the IEP.
• Interpret lectures, discussions, classroom activities, school meetings, trainings and conferences.
• Adapt interpretations to the varying needs of students and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to optimize educational opportunities.
• Provide interpretation for assemblies, field trips, meetings, tests, calls, and extra‑curricular events.

Education

BA or Associate’s degree in Educational Interpreting

EIPA 3.5 or RID certification

Job description

BIRCH AGENCY seeks a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter to support students in the Mechanicsburg, PA area for the upcoming school year. You will provide real-time interpretation across classrooms, meetings, and school events, ensuring comprehension and access to education.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, adapting delivery to individual needs, and collaborating with Teachers of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing and staff to foster an inclusive Deaf-friendly climate.