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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-$55 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

Accepting Applications through March 31, 2026
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.

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