Sign Language Interpreter (SLI)
Location: Near Boston, MA
We are urgently seeking a qualified and compassionate Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) to support students for the remainder of the 2025 school year. This full-time contract position will make a significant impact on the communication needs of deaf or hard of hearing students.
Position Details:
- Full-Time Contract: ASAP – End of 2025 School Year
- Caseload: To be discussed during the interview process
- Location: Near Boston, MA
- Pay: Competitive, with weekly pay
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide classroom interpretation for lectures, discussions, and student interactions using American Sign Language (ASL) or other appropriate communication modes.
- Adapt interpreting techniques to meet individual students’ language and educational needs.
- Facilitate communication during classroom activities, assemblies, field trips, and extracurricular events.
- Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and parents to ensure alignment with the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional interpreting standards.
- Assist with note-taking or captioning if required as part of student accommodations.
Qualifications:
- Proficiency in ASL and a deep understanding of Deaf culture.
- Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA).
Benefits:
- Weekly Pay
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- 401K
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students, apply today and help foster an inclusive learning environment!