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Amergis
School Sign Language Interpreter (SLI)
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What they do
An Interpreter or Translator uses language and communication skills to convert words and concepts from one spoken language to another, or from spoken language to sign language. Works with written information and texts to create translations that are accurate and capture the style and nuance of the original text.
$52,735 / year median in Ohio
-4% projected decline
Job Description
The Educational Sign Language Interpreter is a trained professional who facilities communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and others within an educational setting. Often, American Sign Language (ASL) is used to interpret spoken language into sign language and vice versa, which ensures students have accommodations to classroom instruction, activities and learning discussions.
Minimum Requirements:
- + Proficiency in American Sign Language + Associates degree or Bachelors degree in interpreting, deaf studies or related field, preferred + State Board of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter Certificate (as applicable) + Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) certificate (as applicable per state regulation or client requirement) + Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification ( as applicable per state regulation or client requirement) + Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice + Current CPR if applicable + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age •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.
Job Category:
- Education
Job Function:
- Education | Sign Language Interpreter | Sign Language Interpreter School
Job Type:
- Contract - Part Time
Setting:
- Schools
Position Type:
- Healthcare
Office Number:
- 0287
Contract Duration:
- 39 •
Pay Rate:
- $450 / Week
Date Posted:
- 2026-08-25T15:33:31