Sign Language Interpreter *Up to $56/hr

ConnectedHealth; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay 13% above market

Health insurance and other benefits

Housing stipends

Travel reimbursements

Onboarding portal and flexible shifts

Job summary

ConnectedHealth seeks a Sign Language Interpreter for an 8-week assignment in or near Dover, Pennsylvania. You will provide real-time interpretation for deaf and hard-of-hearing students during school hours, working within a team to ensure equal access to educational content.

Responsibilities include interpreting for students, facilitating classroom communication, maintaining confidentiality, collaborating with educators, and documenting concerns related to interpretation services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in Sign Language Interpretation.
• EIPA score of 3.5 or higher.
• PA license valid.
• Minimum 1 year interpreting experience with students.
• Valid driver's license.
• Background check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide sign language interpretation services to students during school hours.
• Facilitate communication between students and staff to ensure equal access to educational content.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to school policies and interpreting standards.
• Collaborate with educators to support student learning needs.
• Document and report any concerns or issues related to interpretation services.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in Sign Language Interpretation

EIPA score of 3.5 or higher

Valid license in Pennsylvania

Minimum 1 year experience in Sign Language Interpretation

Valid driver's license

Background check clearance

Job description

Sign Language Interpreter for an 8-week assignment in or near Dover, Pennsylvania. Provides real-time interpretation for deaf and hard-of-hearing students during school hours. Works within a team to ensure equal access to educational content.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide sign language interpretation services to students during school hours.
• Facilitate communication between students and staff to ensure equal access to educational content.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to school policies and interpreting standards.
• Collaborate with educators to support student learning needs.
• Document and report any concerns or issues related to interpretation services.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completed certification in Sign Language Interpretation.
• EIPA score of 3.5 or higher.
• Valid license in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Sign Language Interpretation.
• Valid driver's license.
• Background check clearance.
• Strong communication skills, patience, adaptability, and ability to work with deaf/hard-of-hearing populations.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in school settings

Benefits:

• Premium pay: weekly direct deposit with rates 13% above market average.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision eligibility starting the first day after start, plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave.
• Health benefits maintained through winter/summer break: coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons.
• Investment in growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license and CEU reimbursements.
• Support your lifestyle: paid housing or stipends, travel/mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours and cancellation protection, nationwide opportunities.
• Streamlined compliance and flexibility: reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses and certifications, user-friendly portal for onboarding (average 14 days), shifts customized to your needs, rapid interviews (average 38 hours).

You hold a Pennsylvania sign language interpreter license. You have at least one year interpreting experience with students. You possess strong communication, patience, and adaptability skills