American Sign Language Interpreter

TheraPeds

$93K — $117K *
Kenai, AK 99611In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • American Sign Language Interpretation Certification
  • EIPA score of 3.5 or higher
  • RID certification (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf)
  • Fluency in ASL and English
  • Experience in K-12 classroom interpretation
  • Background check and fingerprinting required
  • Knowledge of IDEA and IEP processes

Responsibilities

  • Provide ASL services within the classroom setting
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teaching teams
  • Interpret classroom instruction for students
  • Facilitate student interactions in ASL
  • Support students throughout the school day
  • Document student progress and interactions
  • Assist in administrative and planning responsibilities

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package with health, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401K eligibility for W-2 employees
  • Stipend for health benefits and taxes for 1099 workers
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities
  • Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
  • Guaranteed hours including documentation and planning time
  • Bi-monthly salary deposits
Full Job Description
Job Description and Responsibilities

This is a full-time, on-site role as a American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) serving a school located in Kenai Peninsula, AK.

The American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL) will be responsible for providing ASL services to students in the classroom setting and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.

Job Details

  • Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
  • On-site, in-person
  • K-8 Grades
  • Two positions available
  • Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
  • Competitive pay
  • Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative and planning time.
  • $45- $60+/hour ($1,800 - $2250+/week)

Requirements

  • American Sign Language Interpretation Certification
  • EIPA score (3.5+)
  • Passing written test
  • Documentation submitted to CDE
  • Fluency in ASL and English
  • Schools expect strong receptive and expressive ASL skills and the ability to interpret classroom instruction and student interactions accurately.
  • RID certification (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf)
  • Associate or bachelor's degree, preferred
  • Interpreter Training Program (ITP) or ASL-English interpreting degree
  • Experience interpreting in K-12 classrooms
  • Knowledge of IDEA and IEP processes
  • Background check and fingerprinting
  • Ability to support students throughout the school day
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications


Physical Requirements

Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

Benefits

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)
  • Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
  • Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
  • Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Bi-Monthly Salary Deposits
  • This position will be a W-2 employee


Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site American Sign Language Interpreter for a school-based position in Kenai Peninsula, AK. This role is ideal for candidates searching for Special Education Teacher jobs near me, SPED teacher jobs, Alaska special education teaching positions, or full-time special education roles.

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