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ContextGlobal, Inc. is hiring multiple full-time Educational ASL Interpreters to support Deaf and hard-of-hearing students and staff across DC Public Schools. You'll be embedded in a partner school for the full school year, working with teachers, students, staff, and visiting professionals who rely on ASL as their primary mode of communication.
This is a school-calendar role. You work the academic year and have summers and school breaks off, with the option to pick up supplemental assignments if you want them.
Pay & Benefits
- $1,000 sign-on bonus
- $40 up to $65 per hour, based on certification level and experience
- W2 employees preferred; qualified independent contractors also considered
- Medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Annual professional development budget
- Summers and school breaks off
What You'll Do
- Provide ASL interpretation for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students and staff across academic and social settings
- Voice for students and staff, and interpret for teachers, colleagues, and visiting professionals
- Collaborate with the school's special education and IEP teams
- Build trusting, age-appropriate relationships with students and families
Required Qualifications
- EIPA 3.5+ or NIC Certification (required)
- Completion of an Interpreter Training Program (graduates of accredited ITPs preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of professional sign language interpreting experience
- Strong working knowledge of K-12 educational vocabulary
- Proficiency in ASL and a strong understanding of Deaf culture and ethical standards (RID Code of Professional Conduct)
- Proficient signing and voicing skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with students, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds
Interview Process
We review every application and reach out to qualified applicants within 2 business days to schedule an interpreting screening. Applicants who advance are then invited to a brief video interview with our ASL team.
After You're Hired
Because this position is in a public school, all hired interpreters complete a criminal background check with fingerprinting, a drug test, and a possible TB screening. ContextGlobal coordinates and covers the cost of these screenings.
About ContextGlobal
ContextGlobal, Inc. is a Washington DC-based language services company. We partner with schools, government agencies, and Fortune 100 companies to provide ASL, spoken-language, and consulting services. Our school-based interpreters are a core part of the team, supported and set up for long-term career growth.
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