Job Description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Remote American Sign Language Interpreter in South Carolina!

Are you a dedicated ASL Interpreter seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in students' lives? E-Therapy is hiring! Are you currently licensed in South Carolina? If not we will help you become licensed here and we will explore other opportunities to expand your qualifications and eligibility for this role. Ask us more about how we can help!

Position Details:

• Start Date: ASAP for the 24/25 school year
• Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
• Grade Level: 1:1 Middle School in a functional classroom

• Requirements: familiar with National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Registry of Interpreters (RID) Code of Professional Conduct; fluency in English and Sign Language; trained in American Sign Language and/or cued speech; possess the ability to relate well with students, teachers, administration, faculty, staff & parents; Passing score on the EIPA Assessment test.

• Compensation: Starting at $43/hour (commensurate with experience)
• Location: 100% Remote

Why E-Therapy?
At E-Therapy, we are pioneers in special education, connecting schools with exceptional clinicians via our innovative, tech-driven platform. Join our mission to provide accessible and impactful speech and language therapy services to PreK-12 schools nationwide.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive support to help you succeed
• The chance to work with a passionate and collaborative team
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' communication skills and overall growth
• Cross License Support: Not currently licensed in South Carolina? Well help you explore cross-license opportunities to expand your qualifications and eligibility for this role. Ask us more about how we can help!

Qualifications:

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
• Passionate about working with K-12 students in a virtual setting

Ready to Join Us?
We have multiple openings available, so dont miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary!

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to [email protected]

Empower students. Transform lives. Start your journey with E-Therapy today!

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide real-time interpretation between spoken English and American Sign Language (ASL) for students, teachers, and school staff in classroom and extracurricular activities.
• Facilitate communication during instruction, meetings, assessments, and school events to ensure full accessibility for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Interpret and adapt educational materials as needed, ensuring clarity and comprehension.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, special education staff, and other professionals to support students' learning experiences.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions, adhering to ethical standards of interpretation.
• Advocate for students' accessibility needs and ensure compliance with IDEA, ADA, and other relevant regulations .
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to enhance interpretation skills and knowledge of best practices in educational interpreting.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Associate's OR Bachelors degree in American Sign Language Interpretation, Deaf Studies, or a related field.
• National Interpreter Certification (NIC), Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) Score of 3.5 or higher, or equivalent certification.
• Proficiency in ASL and English , with strong receptive and expressive skills.
• Understanding of educational settings , including knowledge of special education laws and practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience working as an interpreter or translator in an educational or community setting.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build trust with students, families, and school staff.
• Professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in various school settings and accommodate diverse communication needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

E-Therapy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in remote interpreting or telepractice settings.

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and ASL .

• Familiarity with assistive technologies used by students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package .

• Flexible work arrangements, including potential for remote assignments .

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth .

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment .

Physical Requirements (Remote Work):

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods and use a computer, video conferencing tools, and webcam for remote interpreting. The employee must be able to effectively communicate using ASL and spoken English through video calls. Occasionally, the employee may need to stand, stretch, or move while signing and lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Remote job, Flexible hours,

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