Casual Part-time Interpreter

Description

Communication Access Services

ASL Interpreter/Deaf Interpreter

Non-Exempt/Hourly

Part-time - Flexible Schedule

Hourly Pay Range: $25.00 - $85.00 

In-Person/Remote 

American Sign Language Required

Benefits Options May Include: Employer-Matching 403(b)

About TLC:

The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, please visit: https://www.tlcdeaf.org/about/pioneer-and-innovator

For our Mission, please visit: https://www.tlcdeaf.org/our-mission-and-values

TLC Diversity Statement:

The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members' diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong. 

About Interpreting Services:

Under the Department of Communication and Access, our Interpreting Services includes practicing in a variety of settings, including educational, medical and therapeutic.  

POSITION SUMMARY: Provide interpreting services for a variety of community clients.

SUPERVISOR: Director of Communication Access Services

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interpreters will provide a variety of interpreting services at TLC in support of our organization’s mission.  

Interpreting assignments can range from but are not limited to administrative meetings, student and parent conferences, educational mainstreaming, in-services, IEP/ISP meetings, guest lectures, field trips, performing arts, formal ceremonies, mental health situations and medical appointments.

Interpreters will work with specialized interpreters such as CDIs, DeafBlind, and Legal interpreters as appropriate.

Maintain professional growth and certification through participation in RIDs Certificate Maintenance Program (CMP) or Associate Continuing Education Tracking (ACET). 

Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor and/or Program Leader. 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

The Learning Center for the Deaf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity/expression, age, criminal record, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, veteran status, marital status and any other legally protected characteristic. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible.

Requirements

• Fluency in American Sign Language required, with native, or near-native ASL fluency preferred
• Minimum of five years interpreting experience preferred, not required
• EIPA, MCDHH screening or equivalent required, RID national certification preferred
• Must demonstrate sufficient linguistic fluency and cognitive flexibility to pass the TLC screening process
• Advanced cultural knowledge of the Deaf community and its resources
• Must be a member in good standing with The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
• Knowledge and application of the NAD/RID Code of Professional Conduct to ethical decision making and the interpreting process
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently