Educational Sign Language Interpreter - Valparaiso, Indiana

Job Description

Job Description

Make a positive impact in the classroom by supporting a Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH) student with your expertise as a Sign Language Interpreter. This contract position is ideal for a compassionate professional who thrives in an educational environment and enjoys making communication accessible for every student. You’ll play a crucial role at a local Head Start center, working closely with both staff and students to facilitate learning and inclusion.

What We’re Looking For:

• Credentialed Sign Language Interpreter with experience in educational settings
• Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Demonstrated ability to interpret effectively between ASL and spoken English
• Familiarity working with DHH students is highly valued
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Professionalism and reliability, with a commitment to punctuality
• Ability to adapt to school environments and individual student needs

What You’ll Do:

• Provide on-site interpretation for a DHH student
• Work daily from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (30 hours per week)
• Facilitate communication between the student, teachers, and peers
• Interpret classroom instruction, activities, and peer interactions
• Support the student’s participation in all aspects of the school day
• Collaborate with educators to optimize an inclusive learning experience

Enjoy a consistent Monday-Friday schedule, allowing for a healthy work-life balance while contributing to a supportive educational atmosphere. Your specialized skills will empower a student to better engage with their education—a rewarding responsibility with direct, observable results.

Take the next step in your interpreting career and help shape a student’s school experience for the better. Apply today to be part of a meaningful mission and put your sign language expertise to work in an enriching classroom setting.

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