1:1 Sign Language Interpreter Needed! (Indianapolis, IN)

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 ASL Educational Interpreter Needed - Indianapolis, IN

Sunbelt is actively hiring an educational ASL interpreter for a school in the area.

This position is meant to assist with facilitating  communication between deaf or hard of hearing students and hearing teachers, staff, and peers within a classroom setting by accurately interpreting spoken language into American Sign Language (ASL) 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Interpreting classroom instruction:
  Accurately interpreting lectures, discussions, questions, and responses between teachers and students, including complex concepts and nuanced language. 
• Adapting to student needs:
  Adjusting interpreting style based on the student's preferred sign language system, such as ASL, Signed Exact English (SEE), or Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE). 
• Collaborating with teachers:
  Consulting with teachers to identify areas where additional support is needed, suggesting modifications to lesson plans to enhance accessibility. 
• Providing visual support:
  Utilizing visual aids like facial expressions, body language, and gestures to convey meaning effectively. 
• Supporting student engagement:
  Facilitating student participation in class discussions, group activities, and social interactions. 
• Maintaining confidentiality:
  Protecting student privacy by adhering to ethical guidelines regarding sensitive information. 

Required skills and qualifications:

• Applicants with either the National Interpreter Certification (NIC) or the Certified Deaf Interpreter Certification (CDIC) will be considered

Qualified ASL interpreters are encouraged to apply! If you have any questions, you can reach me at 813-851-0741 or myleen.santiago@sunbeltstaffing.com