American Sign Language Interpreter

Job Description

Job Description

Centennial, CO • Full-Time • 2026–2027 School Year
PreK–12 | On-site | Competitive Pay

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a school-based American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter for the 2026–2027 school year in Centennial, Colorado.

This is a school-based opportunity with guaranteed hours and support from both TheraPeds and the school district.

You'll work with students who are deaf or hard of hearing to provide communication access and support meaningful participation throughout the school day.

• Provide ASL interpreting between students, teachers, staff, and peers
• Interpret classroom instruction, discussions, assignments, and school activities
• Support communication during IEP meetings, assemblies, field trips, and other school events as assigned
• Facilitate communication while promoting student independence and self-advocacy
• Collaborate with DHH teachers, general and special education staff, SLPs, audiologists, and other school professionals
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and student confidentiality
• Prepare for classroom content and terminology to provide accurate interpretation
• Follow student IEPs, communication plans, and district procedures
• Support access across academic, social, and extracurricular school environments

• Competitive hourly compensation
• $45 - $55 an hour
• Guaranteed hours
• 36-40 hour a week
• Following the school district calendar
• School-based schedule
• Dedicated preparation and documentation time as applicable
• Educational and administrative support
• Professional development opportunities
• TheraPeds professional community
• W-2 benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• 1099 independent contractor opportunities may be available

Requirements

We're looking for an ASL Interpreter who has:

• Training or degree in ASL/English Interpreting, Educational Interpreting, Deaf Studies, or a related field
• Appropriate New Hampshire interpreter licensure/credentialing for the assignment
• Strong proficiency in American Sign Language and English
• Educational interpreting experience preferred
• Experience working with children who are deaf or hard of hearing
• Understanding of Deaf culture and communication needs
• Familiarity with IEPs and special education environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Professionalism, discretion, and respect for student confidentiality
• Ability to complete required background clearances

• School-based interpreting may require working with students across a variety of educational environments and activities. The ASL Interpreter must be able to effectively communicate visually and physically throughout the school day.
• Physical responsibilities may include prolonged periods of signing, sitting, standing, walking between classrooms or school locations, positioning oneself to maintain appropriate visual access, and participating in school and community-based activities as required by the assignment.
• All responsibilities will be performed in accordance with assigned duties, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations.

Benefits

W-2 employees may be eligible for:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing professional and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community

1099 independent contractor opportunities may include:

• Competitive contract rates
• Benefit Resources
• Flexibility associated with independent contractor status
• Access to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds Partners
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing professional and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community
• Specific compensation, benefits, and terms will be outlined in the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement.

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated school-based services organization.

We understand the work because we've done the work. We partner with schools while supporting our providers with the educational, clinical, administrative, and professional resources they need to be successful.

Our focus is on building strong teams, supporting our professionals, and providing high-quality services that promote communication, access, inclusion, and independence for students.

If this sounds like a good fit, we'd love to connect.