Staff ASL Interpreter – Part-Time, Benefits Eligible

American School for the Deaf

. Provide communication access for the Deaf Community on campus using formative linguistic, cultural, and life experiences .

Posted 10/24/2026part-timeWest Hartford • Connecticut • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing communication access for the Deaf and DeafBlind communities, utilizing interpreting skills across various settings while adhering to confidentiality and ethical standards. Proficient in mentoring aspiring ASL interpreters and adapting to diverse communication needs and modalities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registry Of Interpreters For The Deaf CertificationBachelor's DegreeMentorship ExperienceConfidentiality AdherenceFlexible Hours

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Hard Skills

Close-Vision InterpretingTactile InterpretingLanguage ServicesComplex Concept InterpretationIn-Person CommunicationVirtual CommunicationCultural FacilitationCommunication Flow Management

Soft Skills

Honest ConductEthical ConductAdaptabilityCultural Sensitivity

Certifications & Qualifications

RID CertificationNAD Level V

Industry Keywords

Deaf CommunityDeafBlind CommunityInterpreter Scope Of PracticeCommunication AccessConfidentiality Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide communication access for the Deaf Community on campus using formative linguistic, cultural, and life experiences
Provide close-vision and/or tactile interpreting services to DeafBlind community members
Follow confidentiality guidelines and the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Professional Code of Conduct
Interpret medical, employment/workforce, state, educational, legal, and other assignments
Support effective and equitable communication through in-person or virtual platforms
Manage setup and communication flow to promote communicative autonomy
Facilitate communication across cultural differences and alert parties to significant cultural or linguistic disparities
Mentor individuals working toward ASL Interpreter Certification
Work at the camp location in Salisbury, Connecticut, if required
Respond promptly to scheduling changes and manage unanticipated changes throughout the day
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification required: CI, CT, CSC, or NIC Certified, or National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Level V
Must maintain registration with the State of Connecticut Interpreter Registry
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Valid driver’s license required
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Demonstrates honest and ethical conduct
Able to interpret complex concepts into the preferred language
Ability to maintain confidentiality and understand the interpreter scope of practice
Able to adapt to fast-paced technology changes within the working environment
Ability to provide language services to a variety of populations
Ability to provide services in multiple modalities, both in-person and virtually
Mentorship experience and training is a plus