Travel Educational Interpreter - Hurricane, West Virginia

A well-established educational institution is seeking a skilled Sign Language Interpreter to support students and staff by facilitating clear and effective communication. This position is based in Hurricane, WV, and requires travel to various school locations to provide interpreting services.

Key Responsibilities:

Interpret spoken English into American Sign Language (ASL) and vice versa during classroom instruction, meetings, and school events

Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure accessible communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students

Assist in the development of communication plans tailored to individual student needs

Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while working in diverse educational settings

Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay current with interpreting best practices

Qualifications:

Proficiency in American Sign Language and English, with demonstrated interpreting experience in educational settings

Strong understanding of the needs of deaf and hard-of-hearing students within school environments

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and travel regularly to multiple school sites

Certification through recognized sign language interpreting organizations is preferred

Location:

Hurricane, West Virginia, with required travel to various schools in the surrounding area

Benefits:

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in educational accessibility

Exposure to a collaborative and dynamic school environment

Professional development support to enhance interpreting skills

Interested candidates with the necessary skills and passion for supporting the deaf and hard-of-hearing community in an educational setting are encouraged to apply. Please submit your application to be considered for this important role.