Sign Language Interpreter - School

Pediastaff; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

PediaStaff is seeking a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter to support an elementary student in a Shawnee, Kansas area school district. This is a full-time, school-based role following the school calendar.

The interpreter accompanies the student through the school day, facilitating communication and providing access to instruction across classrooms, playgrounds, assemblies, and field trips, while collaborating with teachers and staff to support student participation.

Qualifications

• EIPA certification, state licensure, or credentials as required by Kansas and district regulations.
• Previous school-based interpreting experience preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to the dynamic nature of an elementary educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide sign language interpreting services throughout the student's school day.
• Facilitate effective communication between the student, teachers, staff, and peers.
• Interpret classroom instruction, discussions, school activities, and educational programming.
• Support communication access in a variety of settings including classrooms, playground activities, assemblies, and special events.
• Accompany the student during field trips and off-campus educational activities as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and other school personnel to support student participation and success.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional standards in accordance with educational and ethical guidelines.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

Communication & collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) | School-Based | Kansas City, KS Metro AreaPediaStaff is seeking a dedicated Sign Language Interpreter to support an elementary student in a welcoming school district in the Shawnee, Kansas area. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a student's educational experience while working as part of a collaborative school team.This is an active, student-centered role that extends beyond interpreting from a single location. The Interpreter will accompany the student throughout their school day, facilitating communication and supporting access to instruction in a variety of educational settings.Position OverviewFull-time, school-based opportunitySchool calendar schedule; work on days students are in sessionSchool hours: 8:10 AM - 3:10 PMEstimated start time: 7:45 AM based on student arrivalElementary school settingOpportunity to support student communication, engagement, and educational successResponsibilitiesProvide sign language interpreting services throughout the student's school dayFacilitate effective communication between the student, teachers, staff, and peersInterpret classroom instruction, discussions, school activities, and educational programmingSupport communication access in a variety of settings including classrooms, playground activities, assemblies, and special eventsAccompany the student during field trips and off-campus educational activities as neededCollaborate with teachers, special education staff, and other school personnel to support student participation and successMaintain confidentiality and professional standards in accordance with educational and ethical guidelinesQualificationsEIPA certification, state licensure, or credentials as required by Kansas and district regulationsPrevious school-based interpreting experience preferredStrong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skillsAbility to adapt to the dynamic nature of an elementary educational environmentPhysical & Environmental RequirementsThis is an active educational setting rather than a stationary interpreting assignment. The Interpreter should be comfortable:Moving throughout classrooms and school environments during the dayWorking both indoors and outdoorsBending, kneeling, crouching, and repositioning to support student participationTraveling with students on field trips, including transportation on school buses when applicableSupporting communication access in a classroom environment where behavioral challenges and active student engagement may occasionally occurWhy Join PediaStaff?Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insuranceWeekly pay via direct depositDedicated recruiter and ongoing clinical supportCEU and professional development opportunitiesAccess to school-based opportunities nationwideSeamless onboarding and placement processIf you're passionate about helping students thrive through effective communication access and want to be part of a supportive school team in the Shawnee/Kansas City metro area, we'd love to hear from you!PediaStaff provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.PediaStaff specializes in connecting talented educational and healthcare professionals with exceptional opportunities nationwide. Our mission is to match professionals with positions where they can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families while receiving the support and resources needed to succeed.