American Sign Language Interpreter

Nexus Therapy is now hiring for a full-time American sign-Language Interpreter, working with a great school district near lovely Auburn, Washington, for the rest of the 23-24 school year, with the potential to renew for the 2024-2025 school year! This position pays $48 per hour and you can bill for 6.5 hours per day worked (32.5 for the week)! You would be working with a secondary student.

Duties:
- Provide Sign Language interpretation services to facilitate communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals and hearing individuals
- Interpret spoken language into American Sign Language (ASL) or other Sign Language systems
- Translate Sign Language into spoken language for hearing individuals
- Ensure accurate and effective communication by conveying the intended message and tone of the speaker
- Adapt interpretation style and techniques based on the needs of the individuals involved
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional standards of conduct

Requirements:
- Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) or other Sign Language systems
- Strong communication skills, both in Sign Language and spoken language
- Bilingual and multilingual abilities are highly desirable
- Knowledge of linguistics and the ability to understand different Sign Language dialects
- Certification or licensure as a Sign Language Interpreter is preferred, but not always required
- Experience working as a Sign Language Interpreter in various settings is a plus

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
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Job Types: Contract, Full-time

Pay: $48.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.5 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Auburn, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person