ASL Interpreter

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter
2026–2027 School Year Position
Join the team at Care Options for Kids

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to support students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in accessing their full academic and social potential. In this role, you’ll facilitate communication, promote language access, and ensure students can fully participate in the general education curriculum.

What You’ll Do

Provide direct interpreting services in:

• Classroom instruction across academic subjects
• Small group and one-on-one settings
• School activities, meetings, and events
• Interpret using:
• American Sign Language (ASL)
• Signed Exact English (SEE) or other communication modalities (based on student needs)
• Facilitate communication between students, teachers, peers, and school staff
• Support students in accessing classroom instruction, discussions, and
• Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), and families
• Participate in IEP meetings and support communication access in compliance with Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Requirements

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting or related field preferred
• Must meet South Carolina requirements for educational interpreters, including:
• National certification through the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) OR
• Minimum score of 3.5 on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)
• Passing score on the EIPA Written Test (EIPA:WT)

Compensation & Benefits

• $48–$50 per hour
• Medical, Dental & Vision (Cigna)
• Life, LTD & STD insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Referral bonus program
• Professional development assistance
• Access to an online community of professionals

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.