American Sign Language Interpreter Job at TalentBurst, Inc. Careers, Federal Way, WA

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  • TalentBurst, Inc. Careers
  • Federal Way, WA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Title: American Sign Language Interpreter
Length of assignment:
Shift:
Minimum guarantee:
Location:

Position Type:
SPED: Classified Positions / Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program

Summary:
This position interprets for hearing-impaired students using various sign systems, such as PSE, SEE, and/or ASL . Responsibilities include facilitating communication between hearing-impaired students and teachers and hearing students in a classroom setting, and providing interpreting services at school assemblies and other special events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Accompany hearing-impaired students to classes; interpret teacher instructions and lectures using sign language.
  • Ensure student understanding of teacher communication; repeat interpretation as requested.
  • Interpret auditory responses and communications by other students or presenters.
  • Facilitate student understanding of group interaction.
  • Interpret soundtracks from films and tapes.
  • Voice interpret signed responses for teachers or hearing students as needed.
  • Assist teachers in understanding verbal responses from students.
  • Communicate with teachers regarding student progress and concerns.
  • Interpret school events such as assemblies, field trips, and special events.
  • Interpret during meetings, conferences, or testing when required.
  • Interpret informal conversations between students and staff during unstructured time as needed.
Other Responsibilities
  • Serve as a member of the District Interpreter Services team.
  • Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
Education and Experience:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Two (2) years of experience interpreting for the Deaf
Preferred Qualifications
  • Two (2) years of college-level coursework
  • Completion of a two-year sign language interpreter training program
  • Certification by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) with CI/CT certification, or Level 4 or 5 from NAD
  • Educational interpreting experience
Knowledge Of
  • Role of an Educational Interpreter within the educational team
  • Deaf culture
  • School board policies and procedures
Ability To
  • Use ASL, SEE, and PSE effectively
  • Organize and perform job responsibilities independently
  • Pay close attention to detail
  • Speak, read, and follow written and verbal instructions
  • Maintain safety and security within work routines
  • Build positive relationships with staff and service providers
  • Work collaboratively and promote teamwork
  • Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct
  • Interact effectively with parents, staff, students, and the public in a multicultural environment
  • Perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
Physical Demands
  • Frequent sitting up to 30 minutes
  • Frequent handling/grasping
  • Near and far vision required
  • Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, squat, and kneel
  • Lift up to 10 lbs frequently, 25 lbs occasionally, and 50 lbs rarely
Work Environment
  • 90% indoor, 10% outdoor
  • Exposure to noise, weather, and infectious diseases
  • May assist with unruly or volatile students
  • Protective equipment required as directed
Work Schedule
  • Typically school days, with occasional evenings for events

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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Company Description

Founded in 2002 by three former Monster.com executives; TalentBurst is an award-winning full-service Staffing Firm working directly with Fortune 500 companies in the US and Canada. We specialize in Contract and Contract to Permanent roles across many industries and have direct/contractual relationships with all our clients. Please visit our website or come meet us at our offices in Natick, MA, Miami, FL, Christiansburg, VA, Vineland, NJ, Houston, TX & downtown San Francisco, CA

Company Description

Founded in 2002 by three former Monster.com executives; TalentBurst is an award-winning full-service Staffing Firm working directly with Fortune 500 companies in the US and Canada. We specialize in Contract and Contract to Permanent roles across many industries and have direct/contractual relationships with all our clients. Please visit our website or come meet us at our offices in Natick, MA, Miami, FL, Christiansburg, VA, Vineland, NJ, Houston, TX & downtown San Francisco, CA

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Shift work, Afternoon shift

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