Staff ASL Interpreter

State of Colorado; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PERA retirement plans

Optional 401(k) and 457 plans

Paid life insurance

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

Employee wellness programs

FSA/HSA eligibility

Job summary

Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) seeks a full-time Senior Consultant – Staff (ASL) Interpreter to provide high-quality American Sign Language interpretation across classrooms, meetings, trainings, and school events. The role supports Deaf-centered, Deaf-led service delivery and maintains confidentiality and professionalism.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with interpreter training, RID/NIC certification, five years of interpreting experience, and ASL at Advanced Plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with formal interpreter training.
• RID Certification or NIC.
• Five years of diverse professional interpreting experience (excluding educational interpreting).
• ASL proficiency at Advanced Plus (Level 4) or higher per CSDB assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality ASL interpreting services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind students and staff.
• Interpret in educational, extracurricular, and professional settings.
• Follow RID Code of Professional Conduct and CSDB’s Deaf-centered philosophy.
• Attend IEP meetings, staff meetings, trainings, events, and field trips as needed.

Skills

ASL proficiency (Advanced Plus)

RID/NIC certification

Interpreting experience (5+ years)

Education

Bachelor’s degree with interpreter training

Job description

https://csdb.colorado.gov/

Commitment:

CSDB is a Deaf and Blind-led academy where language, leadership, and learning converge to generate agency. Grounded in lived experience, students develop presence, purpose, and wayfinding - in a space built for growth, pride, and authenticity.

Aspiration:

CSDB builds generations of thinkers, makers, and leaders who set new standards and transform the world.

The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is accepting applications for One Full Time Senior Consultant – Staff (ASL) Interpreter position.

These positions provide high-quality American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind students and staff in educational, extracurricular, and professional settings. Interpreters work collaboratively with Deaf colleagues and other interpreting professionals to ensure equitable communication access while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and customer service.

Assignments may include classroom instruction, Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, staff meetings, trainings, student activities, field trips, assemblies, and other school-related events. Interpreters are expected to follow the communication preferences of each consumer, adhere to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct, and support CSDB's Deaf-centered, Deaf-led philosophy.

This is a Full Time at-will position with a minimum schedule of 40 hours per week during the school calendar year. Occasional evening hours and travel may be required. Hourly compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience

Applicants must possess the following at the time of application:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with formal interpreter training.
• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certification or National Interpreter Certification (NIC).
• Five (5) years of diverse professional interpreting experience (excluding educational interpreting).
• Demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at the Advanced Plus (Level 4) or higher, as determined by an approved assessment in accordance with CSDB policy.

Substitutions

• An Associate's degree from a formal Interpreter Preparation Program and a combination of related education and professional experience equivalent to two (2) additional years; or
• A combination of related education and professional interpreting experience providing the same level of knowledge, skills, and abilities (generally four (4) years of professional interpreting experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Colorado Educational Interpreter Authorization (or the ability to obtain one).
• Experience interpreting in educational settings.
• Experience working with DeafBlind individuals and/or Certified Deaf Interpreters (CDIs).
• Demonstrated commitment to Deaf-centered, Deaf-led service delivery.
• Native or near-native ASL fluency.

Conditions of Employment

• Must successfully pass a background investigation prior to employment.
• Must maintain required professional certification throughout employment.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• PERA retirement plans, including Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution options

• Optional 401(k) and 457 retirement savings plans

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Employee wellness programs

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), when eligible

• Paid holidays, vacation leave, and sick leave, as applicable

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities within the State of Colorado

• Benefits eligibility is determined in accordance with State of Colorado policies and may vary based on appointment type and scheduled hours.