Sign Language Interpreter in Orrville, OH

ProCare Therapy; Orrville (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking an in-person Sign Language Interpreter to support a 9th grade student for the upcoming school year. This contract role involves one-on-one interpretation to help the student access classroom content and socialize with peers.

You will work with the student, a paraprofessional, and the educational team in both a self-contained resource room for part of the day and in general education settings for the remainder.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Ability to adapt interpreting style to different classroom settings (resource room and inclusion classrooms)
• Knowledge of cochlear implants and familiarity supporting students who rely on both spoken language and interpreting
• Credentialed or certified as a sign language interpreter, with school-based experience preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, real-time sign language interpretation for all academic lessons, activities, and school events
• Work collaboratively with educators, a paraprofessional, and related service providers
• Support effective communication between the student and both peers and staff
• Adjust interpreting style and pace as needed for different learning environments and content
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and encouraging setting for the student

Skills

ASL proficiency

Educational interpreting experience

Adaptability to classroom settings

Cochlear implants knowledge

Interpreting collaboration

Education

Certified or credentialed ASL interpreter

Job description

Make a profound impact by supporting a 9th grade student as their in-person Sign Language Interpreter for the upcoming school year. This contract opportunity offers an engaging experience working one-on-one with a deaf student who, while equipped with cochlear implants, depends greatly on fingerspelling and sign language to access classroom content and socialize with peers.

In this role, youll work closely with the student and educational teamincluding a dedicated paraprofessionalacross both a self-contained resource setting for three hours per day and a general education environment the remainder of the school day. Your ability to interpret seamlessly will be crucial in facilitating active classroom participation and helping the student excel both academically and socially.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and experience interpreting in educational settings
• Ability to adapt interpreting style to different classroom settingsresource room and inclusion classrooms
• Knowledge of cochlear implants and familiarity supporting students who rely on both spoken language and interpreting
• Credentialed or certified as a sign language interpreter, with school-based experience preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate, real-time sign language interpretation for all academic lessons, activities, and school events
• Work collaboratively with educators, a paraprofessional, and related service providers
• Support effective communication between the student and both peers and staff
• Adjust interpreting style and pace as needed for different learning environments and content
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and encouraging setting for the student

This contract assignment runs from August 15th through August 24th. Experience the reward of directly empowering a student to reach their potential in a supportive school community.

If youre passionate, skilled, and ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and be part of this transformative educational journey!