Virtual ASL Educational Interpreter

Eleutheria; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Eleutheria in Springfield, IL is seeking a Virtual ASL Educational Interpreter to provide sign language interpreting and communication access in K-12 classrooms. You will interpret in classrooms and small groups, supporting students alongside hearing peers and aligning with IEP goals.

The role requires education credentials and certifications (e.g., CHSPE, ACCI Level 4, ESSES Level 4 or EIPA Level 4), strong English fluency, and collaboration with teachers to prepare material and monitor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, essential for communication with students and staff.
• Strong collaboration and preparation with teachers to support instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide sign language interpreting and communication access in K-12 classrooms and small groups.
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing upcoming material and vocabulary with teachers and staff.
• Share observations on communication strategies and student progress during class periods.
• Support daily assignments and remedial work under the classroom teacher's direction.

Skills

English fluency

Classroom communication

Interpreting in classroom

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

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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