What are the responsibilities and job description for the American Sign Language Educational Interpreter (Full-Time/Staff) position at Context Global Inc?
ContextGlobal, Inc., is seeking a full-time ASL staff interpreter to support Deaf and Hard Of Hearing students in the Washington D.C. area.
We are supporting local school districts by providing ASL interpreting support for DHOH students in the k-12 setting. A successful candidate for the full-time or independent contractor position will be assigned to a school for the duration of a school year or as needed and provide 1:1 support to students who use ASL as their primary mode of communication.
Completion of an Interpreter Training Program or three years of experience as a sign language interpreter is preferred. Preference will be given to a candidate who has graduated from an accredited interpreter training program or who have an EIPA score or NIC Certification.
Because the position is in a public school, you be required to have a:
- TB screening
- Criminal background check and fingerprinting
- Drug test
The interview and screening will be conducted in ASL and spoken English.
Minimum requirements include:
- Good Signing and voicing skills
- Ethical training
- Excellent customer service relations
- Interpersonal skills and ability to interact with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds (consumers, school staff, and management)
- Knowledge of educational vocabulary and a strong understanding of ASL and Deaf culture.
ContextGlobal, Inc. is a language service provider. We provide language services and consulting services. We are selective and only provide top-notch service to a select clientele in the Washington Metropolitan area. Our clients include fortune 100 companies and government organizations.
We offer comprehensive benefits including:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Professional development budget per year
- 401k
