American Sign Language Interpreter
Amergis
Now Hiring!Educational ASL Interpreter for the 2026–2027 School Year
Northern CaliforniaSchedule Monday–Friday, Full-Time (40 hours)
Compensation: Competitive weekly pay (rate varies by experience)
Travel Packages & Stipends AvailableAbout the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Educational American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to support Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students across K–12 environments in Northern California. The interpreter will ensure students have equitable access to instruction, school communication, and educational opportunities, as required under IDEA and state regulations.
Classroom and Interpreting Duties:
+ Provide accurate, real-time interpretation of classroom instruction, discussions, and school events using American Sign Language (ASL).
+ Facilitate communication between Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing students, teachers, peers, and school personnel as defined for educational interpreters under California regulations.
+ Adjust interpretation style and delivery to meet specific student learning needs, environments, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) requirements.
+ Support student access to extracurricular activities, assemblies, and school-related events, consistent with Title 5 California Code of Regulations §3051.16(b).
+ Maintain professionalism, ethical standards, and confidentiality.
+ Collaborate with teachers, case managers, support staff, and families to ensure students receive appropriate communication support.
+ Complete required documentation according to district and program guidelines.
Education & Certification Requirements
+ Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting, Deaf Studies, or related field.
+ Must be one of the following
+ RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf) Certification, or equivalent.
+ Holds a minimum score of 4.0 or higher on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) , the ESSE-I/R ,
+ OR NAD/ACCI —as required for school-based interpreters under California Code of Regulations Title 5
+ If providing Cued Speech, must hold TECUnit certification or EIPA-Cued Speech score of 4.0+.
Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate
+ Strong ASL fluency and expressive/receptive signing skills.
+ Ability to interpret academic content across grade levels K–12.
+ Understanding of Deaf culture, educational interpreting, and student accessibility needs.
+ Flexibility to work across multiple school sites.
+ Commitment to supporting students with diverse special needs within inclusive settings.
Why Join Us?
+ Serve as a vital communication bridge in a K–12 educational team.
+ Make a meaningful difference in the academic success, independence, and confidence of Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing students.
+ Enjoy competitive pay, full-time stability, and available travel stipends.
For more information regarding this Sign Language Interpreter opening, contact Ruthie Today!
Ruthie Shonborn | Amergis Educational Services
National Recruitment Manager
Call or Text: 813-371-5199
rushonbo@amergis.com
CONNECT with me on LinkedIN
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Confirmar seu email: Enviar Email
Todos os Empregos de Amergis