Penn State University is hiring: Part-Time American Sign Language Interpreter in

Part-Time American Sign Language Interpreter

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Job Details

Location: University Park, PA

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industry: Higher Education

Application Instructions

• Current Penn State employees and students should apply through Workday and not here.
• External applicants should click “Apply” to complete the application process.

Position Overview

Summer Academy for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth Program is hiring a part-time American Sign Language Interpreter from June 23-30, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Faithfully interpret spoken English to sign language and vice versa.
• Follow RID’s Code of Professional Conduct.
• Adhere to Summer Academy schedule and assigned classes.
• Collaborate with communication access lead and staff.
• Communicate with Summer Academy management regarding program and student needs.

Qualifications

• Certification from RID and/or NAD.

Background Checks and Clearances

This position requires PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Additional Information

Remote and hybrid work approval is not guaranteed. For more info, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.