Freelance American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter- Non Certified
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Context Global Inc
Washington, DC, US
Summary
Provide effective communication facilitation between ASL and English for various clients. Respond to cultural and linguistic differences between communities to ensure accurate interpretation.
Job Description
Freelance ASL Interpreter- Non Certified
Job Type: Full-time
The Opportunity
ContextGlobal is seeking ASL Interpreters to support assignments across our client base in the Washington Metropolitan area.
Role Expectations
• Provide effective communication facilitation between multiple parties, working to and from ASL and English
• Understand cultural and linguistic differences between communities and respond accordingly
Required Qualifications
• Fluency in American Sign Language and English voicing
• Completion of an Interpreter Training Program (graduates of accredited programs preferred)
• At least two years of experience as an ASL interpreter
• Proficient signing and voicing skills
• Strong knowledge of educational vocabulary, ASL, and Deaf culture
Core Competencies
• Ethical decision-making
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of educational, corporate, and/or community vocabulary
• Strong understanding of cultural and linguistic differences between communities
• Self-motivated, well-organized, and dependable with paperwork and timekeeping
• Adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct
Pre-Employment Screenings
Depending on the assignment, the successful candidate may be required to complete:
• TB screening
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting
• Drug test
Locations: DC, MD, and Northern Virginia. Interviews and screenings will be conducted in ASL and spoken English.
Benefits and Perks
• Competitive Rates
• Net 30 payments
• Direct Deposit
• Tailored job assignments (no blast emails)
About ContextGlobal
ContextGlobal, Inc. is a language service provider delivering top-tier translation, interpreting, and consulting services to a select clientele in the Washington Metropolitan area. Our clients include Fortune 100 companies and government organizations. We are quality-focused, customer-first, and committed to building a diverse and highly qualified team.
To apply, please visit https://contextglobal.com/careers/
ContextGlobal was founded in 2005 to provide superior language services. We specialize in challenging translation and interpretation projects, services to the deaf and hard of hearing community and staffing solutions for both sectors. Our team is diverse and committed to customer success by providing high quality products, processes, and effective communication. We provide our services in a results-driven, hi-tech environment with the support of the best subject matter professionals in the industry.
Working for ContextGlobal is different. You are provided with an intellectually challenging environment, where we want you to think for yourself, yet have discipline, work ethics, drive, and a desire to make things better. We use a lot of technology; we develop technology and always challenge the status quo. Prompt, efficient and high quality communication with everyone, whether it be clients, vendors or other employees, is who we are. We take pride in “just-do-it”, and show results. ContextGlobal - expect more.
Founded
2005
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Translation and Localization
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Washington, District of Columbia
ContextGlobal was founded in 2005 to provide superior language services. We specialize in challenging translation and interpretation projects, services to the deaf and hard of hearing community and staffing solutions for both sectors. Our team is diverse and committed to customer success by providing high quality products, processes, and effective communication. We provide our services in a results-driven, hi-tech environment with the support of the best subject matter professionals in the industry.
Working for ContextGlobal is different. You are provided with an intellectually challenging environment, where we want you to think for yourself, yet have discipline, work ethics, drive, and a desire to make things better. We use a lot of technology; we develop technology and always challenge the status quo. Prompt, efficient and high quality communication with everyone, whether it be clients, vendors or other employees, is who we are. We take pride in “just-do-it”, and show results. ContextGlobal - expect more.
Founded
2005
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Translation and Localization
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Washington, District of Columbia
