Soliant
Virtual Sign Language Interpreter | Michigan
Soliant, Escanaba, Michigan, United States, 49829
A Sign Language Interpreter position is available in Escanaba, MI, supporting two 4th-grade students at an elementary school during the current school year (CSY) on a contract basis. This role requires providing effective interpretation services for academic instruction and school activities to ensure clear communication for students utilizing American Sign Language (ASL).
All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application. Key Responsibilities: Provide sign language interpretation for two 4th-grade students throughout the school day (8:00 AM to 3:00 PM). Facilitate communication between students, teachers, and staff, ensuring accessibility to classroom content. Support one student who has a cochlear implant by adapting interpretation techniques as needed. Maintain confidentiality and promote an inclusive learning environment. Collaborate with educational staff to accommodate individual student learning needs. Qualifications and Experience: Proficiency in American Sign Language with demonstrated interpreting skills. Experience working with children in educational settings preferred. Familiarity with communication needs of students with cochlear implants is a plus. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently within a classroom environment. Commitment to punctuality and consistent attendance during school hours. This contract opportunity spans the current school year and offers stable weekday hours conducive to a school schedule. Professional interpreters willing to provide direct support to young learners in an elementary setting are encouraged to apply. Submit applications that highlight relevant sign language interpretation experience alongside any specific work with students who use cochlear implants to meet this specialized need.
All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application. Key Responsibilities: Provide sign language interpretation for two 4th-grade students throughout the school day (8:00 AM to 3:00 PM). Facilitate communication between students, teachers, and staff, ensuring accessibility to classroom content. Support one student who has a cochlear implant by adapting interpretation techniques as needed. Maintain confidentiality and promote an inclusive learning environment. Collaborate with educational staff to accommodate individual student learning needs. Qualifications and Experience: Proficiency in American Sign Language with demonstrated interpreting skills. Experience working with children in educational settings preferred. Familiarity with communication needs of students with cochlear implants is a plus. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently within a classroom environment. Commitment to punctuality and consistent attendance during school hours. This contract opportunity spans the current school year and offers stable weekday hours conducive to a school schedule. Professional interpreters willing to provide direct support to young learners in an elementary setting are encouraged to apply. Submit applications that highlight relevant sign language interpretation experience alongside any specific work with students who use cochlear implants to meet this specialized need.