Sign Language Interpreter-Norfolk, VA

AIS is looking for educational interpreters for in-person services in Norfolk, VA.

Allied Instructional Services has several school-based interpreting positions available.  We are looking for experienced, qualified educational interpreters that enjoy working with an educational team to ensure the success of students who are deaf or hard of hearing.  Compensation is provided for direct service time as well as portal time. 

Qualifications: 

• Must hold minimal credentials of an EIPA 3.5 or higher, or RID/NIC certification, or state-level certification such as VQAS level 3. 
• Must be willing to provide interpreting services in a variety of educational settings and at all educational levels and within the community as needed. 
• Must be willing to travel and possess reliable transportation (if not working remotely). 

DUTIES:

• Provide interpreting services to individuals who are deaf/hard of hearing in an effective and appropriate manner and in the target mode established by the individual.
• Establish and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with educational staff, parents, students, and community members. 
• Demonstrate professional judgment in all assignments and exhibit comprehensive and functional knowledge of the RID Code of Ethics/Professional Code of Conduct.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demonstrate behavior that is conducive to a professional setting.  
• Attend meetings as requested to include but not limited to child study, IEP meetings, triennial reviews, etc. 
• Participate in meetings as needed to provide input regarding an individual’s communication ability and skills.
• Work with the educational team to ensure access to communication and to the curriculum throughout the school day. 
• Function within the school environment as a positive member of the educational team.
• Maintain records to document communications and travel for review by supervisor as requested.

Compensation$25-$45