Job Description

Summary:

• Ref #: C-SLI-8903332
• Profession: American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL)
• Job Type: Contract/Travel
• Location: Federal Way, WA
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 30 weeks
• Schedule:Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, 08:00 AM-04:00 PM
• Rate: Travel: $2,144/40-hours; Local: $2,112/40-hours

Requirements:

• Completion of a recognized two-year interpreter training program.
• Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
• Certification of Interpretation and/or Certificate of Transliteration (CI/CT), or National Interpreter Certification (NIC).
• Experience in educational interpreting.

Responsibilities:

• This list offers a representative summary of responsibilities, not exhaustive, for the role. Some tasks may vary based on individuals, and related duties might be assigned. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to support individuals with disabilities in fulfilling essential functions.
• Support Deaf/Hard of Hearing students by interpreting teacher instructions and lectures using sign language in all classes.
• Ensure students understand and repeat interpretations when necessary.
• Interpret auditory responses and facilitate group interactions, including soundtracks from films and tapes.
• Voice interpret signed responses for teachers and hearing students as needed.
• Assist teachers in understanding student verbal responses and communicate student issues and progress to them.
• Interpret school events like assemblies, field trips, and special events for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students.
• Provide professional support to other interpreters in the program and offer backup interpretation when available.
• Prepare for daily classroom interpreting by reviewing materials and specialized vocabulary.
• Choose appropriate manual signs (ASL, PSE, or SEE) for communication with specific individuals or groups.
• Facilitate sign comprehension by following attire guidelines and recommending suitable seating arrangements.
• Interpret informal conversations between Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and staff during unstructured times.
• Collaborate with the district's Interpreter Services team and perform related duties as required.
• Act as a resource for school personnel needing help in communicating with Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals.
• Provide interpretation for students, parents, and teachers during meetings, conferences, or testing in other classes.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.

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