Job Description
Job Description
Minimum 1+ years intrepreter experience required.
Sign Language Interpreter - Georgia (Remote)Overview
VocoVision is recruiting an experienced Sign Language Interpreter to provide virtual interpreting services to students across Georgia.
This remote position offers the opportunity to work with deaf and hard-of-hearing students while enjoying the benefits of a flexible work-from-home arrangement.
Position Details
- Location : Fully Remote (Georgia-based)
- Employment Type : Full-time, 1099 Contract
- Work Schedule : Flexible within school hours, including time for indirect services
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Sign Language Interpreting, Deaf Education, or related field
- 3.5 EIPA scoreand Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) certification
- Minimum of 2 years of recent experience as a Sign Language Interpreter in educational settings
- Proficiency in delivering remote interpreting services and familiarity with online platforms like Zoom
- Strong American Sign Language (ASL) skills and knowledge of Deaf culture
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities in both ASL and written English
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a virtual environment
- Cultural competence to serve Georgia's diverse student population
Responsibilities
- Provide real-time sign language interpretation for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in virtual classroom settings
- Interpret educational content, discussions, and interactions between students, teachers, and staff
- Prepare for assignments by reviewing course materials and specialized vocabulary
- Maintain confidentiality of all interpreted information and adhere to the interpreter code of ethics
- Collaborate with teachers and special education staff to ensure effective communication and support for students
- Adapt interpreting techniques to optimize effectiveness in an online environment
- Participate in IEP meetings and contribute insights related to students' communication needs
- Stay informed about Georgia Department of Education requirements and advancements in sign language interpreting
- Provide culturally responsive services to Georgia's diverse deaf and hard-of-hearing student population
- Adhere to all GaPSC guidelines and regulations for educational interpreters
- Contribute to the implementation of support strategies for deaf and hard-of-hearing students
- Participate in professional development activities to maintain certification and stay current with best practices
If you are interested or have additional questions, please forward your resume to [email protected]. Please feel free to call me should you have any questions.
Justin Hennebaul
678) 710-7686
5 days ago