What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sign Language Interpreter position at Cross Country Education?
Help create an inclusive learning environment where every lesson, conversation, and opportunity is accessible to all students! Join Cross Country Education as a Sign Language Interpreter in Tacoma, WA and provide essential communication access while supporting students academic growth, independence, and connection with their school community.
Position Overview
- Provide sign language interpretation between Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and teachers, staff, and other school community members across classroom and school-based settings.
- Interpret classroom instruction, discussions, meetings, conferences, testing, assemblies, field trips, and extracurricular activities while adapting communication methods to each students individual needs.
- Prepare for lessons and school activities by reviewing instructional materials and developing familiarity with subject-specific vocabulary.
- Collaborate with educators and support teams to promote effective communication and meaningful student participation throughout the school day.
Qualifications
- Associates degree EIPA score of 3.5 or
- Bachelors degree EIPA score of 4.0 or National Interpreting Certification
- Interpreter training program coursework and documented interpreting experience may be required depending on the assignment
- Experience interpreting in educational settings and supporting Deaf/Hard of Hearing students is strongly preferred
Salary : $38 - $39