Full Time / Part Time - Educational Sign Language Interpreter/Facilitator

About ACCESS Interpreting Services of the Carolinas

Our mission at Access Interpreting Services Inc is to support district stakeholders through excellent customer service. We strive to engage in timely, accurate, and respectful communication. We aim to hire and mentor qualified sign language interpreters. 

We endeavor for high standards of service for both our customers and interpreters. This superior standard of quality is vital to our mission and success as a small business. Our purpose can be encapsulated in three words: Advocacy. Community. Excellence. “A.C.E.” 

Responsibilities 

• As a part-time/substitute educational sign language interpreter, you will provide communication access to Dead/HOH students in the classroom, at extracurricular activities, and during other school-related events. 

• You will work closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed. 

• Be familiar with the NC Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and be able to interpret IEP meetings and other related meetings. 

• Create and maintain a positive and supportive learning environment for all students. 

• Maintain confidentiality of all student information. 

• Other duties assigned. 

Qualifications 

• Minimum 1+ years interpreter experience required 

• Bachelor’s degree in sign language interpreting or a related field 

• ASL/English proficiency at the C-level or higher 

• Experience interpreting in a school setting 

• EIPA 3.5 or higher 

• Knowledge of the EIP process 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

Benefits 

• Competitive salary  

• Professional development opportunities 

• Collaborative and supportive work environment