Job Description

Job Title: Remote Sign Language Interpreter

Location: Remote (serving students in Ohio)

Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time (based on student needs) | 1099 Contractor

Position Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Remote Sign Language Interpreter to provide virtual interpreting services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students across K12 educational settings in Ohio . This fully remote role supports student success by ensuring real-time access to instruction and school communication using American Sign Language (ASL) and other communication modalities as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide live ASL interpretation during virtual classroom instruction, small group sessions, individual student meetings, and school-wide events.

• Interpret expressively and receptively between ASL and spoken English, ensuring accuracy, tone, and context.

• Support students in compliance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 Plans .

• Collaborate with general education teachers, intervention specialists, speech-language pathologists, and other service providers.

• Prepare for assignments by reviewing lesson plans and participating in virtual planning or IEP meetings as needed.

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district policies.

• Promote awareness of Deaf culture and assist staff in implementing inclusive communication practices.

• Assist with or troubleshoot assistive technology tools , including video relay and captioning software.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)

• Certification meeting Ohio Department of Education (ODE) requirements, including one of the following:

• EIPA (Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment) score of 3.5 or higher

• RID Certification (NIC, CI/CT, or CDI)

• BEI Certification

• High school diploma or GED (Associate or Bachelors degree preferred)

• At least 1 year of experience working with school-age children in an educational or related setting

• Reliable internet and a private, quiet workspace for remote interpreting

  Preferred:

• Experience using virtual platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams)

• Familiarity with the IEP process , education law, and student accommodations

• Understanding of Deaf culture , inclusive instructional strategies, and accessibility tools

• Background in K12 virtual or in-person education environments

  Technology Requirements:

• High-speed internet connection

• Modern computer or laptop with webcam and microphone

• Comfort using video relay software and secure online learning systems

• Willingness to learn district-approved virtual tools and maintain cybersecurity compliance

  Key Competencies:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Adaptability to various learning styles and interpreting environments

• Cultural sensitivity to the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community

• Time management and self-directed organization

• Commitment to equity, access, and student-centered learning

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