Virtual ASL Educational Interpreter

Eleutheria; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Eleutheria in Springfield, IL seeks a Virtual ASL Educational Interpreter to support deaf and hard of hearing students in K-12 classrooms. You will interpret in real time, coordinate with teachers, and help students access the full curriculum.

Requirements include a high school diploma or CHSPE, plus ACCI/EIPA/ESSES certifications. Strong English written and verbal skills and knowledge of child development are essential.

Qualifications

• Interpreting in K-12 classrooms and small groups.
• Ability to match language to student IEP goals.
• Strong command of classroom communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide sign language interpreting and communication access in classrooms and small groups.
• Collaborate with teachers to review upcoming content for accessibility.
• Share observations on communication strategies and student progress.
• Support daily instructional activities and remedial work as needed.

Skills

English fluency

Written communication

Verbal communication

Child development knowledge

Education

CHSPE certificate

ACCI Level 4+

ESSES Level 4+

EIPA Level 4+

Tools

Illinois High School Proficiency Examination

Job description

Virtual ASL Educational Interpreter

Pay Range: $25 - $35 / Hourly

26/27 SY | $25–$35/Hourly | Full-Time | Springfield, IL | Educational ASL Interpreter

• Provide sign language interpreting and communication access services to deaf and hard of hearing students in K-12 school settings. You'll interpret in classrooms and small-group settings, support students during tutoring and daily instruction, and help students access the full curriculum alongside their hearing peers. Interpret manually and orally for deaf and hard of hearing students in classroom and small-group settings, matching the language and intent of the speaker to the student's receptive communication level as outlined in their IEP.
• Preparation & Collaboration: Work with teachers and staff ahead of each assignment to review upcoming subject matter, vocabulary, and content, so students have full access to classroom instruction.
• Share observations on communication strategies, the student's use of interpreter services, and academic, behavioral, and functional progress during class periods.
• Under the classroom teacher's direction, support individual and small-group instructional activities, assist with daily assignments, and help with remedial or makeup work as needed.
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or Illinois High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate.
• Cued Speech TEC Unit certification, American Consortium of Certified Interpreters (ACCI) Level 4 or above, Education Sign Skills Evaluation - Interpreter (ESSES) Level 4 or above, or Educational Interpreter Performance Evaluation (EIPA) Level 4 or above.
• Skills: Fluency in written and spoken English, knowledge of core subject areas, and knowledge of child development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

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