American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter - Remote Job at Focused Staffing in Phi

Position: American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter

Rate: Up to $51/hour

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide accurate and impartial interpretation services from spoken English to American Sign Language (ASL) and from ASL to spoken English.
• Interpret in diverse environments, including classrooms, meetings, conferences, and other events, ensuring clear communication between parties.
• Work with individuals with varying levels of ASL proficiency.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) code of professional conduct.
• Adapt interpretations to accommodate different signing styles and regional sign variations.
• Clarify and explain concepts as needed, while maintaining the integrity of the message.
• Assist in creating an inclusive and accessible environment for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
• Engage in professional development to stay updated on best practices in ASL interpreting and Deaf culture.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working.
• Constant hand, finger, and arm use, and excellent eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to hear clearly and speak intelligibly.
• To occasionally function in activities involving walking, bending, squatting, reaching, and climbing stairs.
• To occasionally stand for extended periods.
• Ability to see and perform visual activities such as closing paperwork, using a computer monitor, reading, and writing.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to come onsite for all required days - 30 days per school year.

Disclaimer: This Job Description is designed to reflect job duties accurately. However, it may not be all-inclusive, and other job-related duties may be required. Reasonable accommodations will be made as required by local, state, or federal laws that do not cause undue hardship.