Sign Language Interpreter

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. Interpret and transliterate information while conveying the thought, intent and intended spirit of messages .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeVirginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40,598 - $69,001 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in American Sign Language and interpretation methodologies, ensuring clear communication and effective support for deaf or hard-of-hearing students. Maintains compliance with state and federal guidelines while fostering positive relationships within educational settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fluent In American Sign LanguageInterpretation And Transliterating MethodologiesValid Virginia Quality Assurance Screening (VQAS) Level IIAbility To Interpret Simultaneously Voice-To-SignKnowledge Of Deafness, Language, And Culture

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Hard Skills

InterpretationTransliterationSimultaneous InterpretationVocabulary AcquisitionCommunication Skills

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingIndependencePrioritizationConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

Personal ComputerGeneral Office Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Virginia Quality Assurance Screening (VQAS) Level IIEIPA Written TestEIPA Performance Test

Industry Keywords

DeafnessRID Code Of Professional ConductState And Federal GuidelinesChild Protective Services InvestigationFBI Criminal History Investigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interpret and transliterate information while conveying the thought, intent and intended spirit of messages
Convey messages clearly and accurately according to the consumer’s preferred language modality
Promote appropriate use of interpreters in educational settings and other service venues
Provide interpreting/transliterating services in classrooms, parent-teacher meetings, IEP meetings, after-school activities, graduations, concerts, theater performances, administrative meetings and trainings
Coordinate with school staff regarding lighting, viewing angle, distance and closed captions
Review assignment materials and acquire specific vocabulary needed for interpretation/transliteration
Participate in skill development and professional growth activities
Provide support/tutoring to deaf or hard-of-hearing students to facilitate communication and reinforce classroom objectives
Respond to inquiries from administrators, teachers and staff
Follow division, department and school policies and procedures and maintain confidentiality
Provide periodic reports as requested by the supervisor
Utilize a personal computer and general office equipment
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Considerable knowledge of deafness, including language and culture
Knowledge of interpretation and transliteration methodologies and practices
Knowledge of related state and federal guidelines and the RID Code of Professional Conduct
Fluent in English and American Sign Language
Ability to interpret or transliterate simultaneously voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice quickly, accurately and understandably
Ability to determine specific communicative needs of consumers
Ability to communicate orally and in writing
Ability to develop positive and effective working relationships with students, teachers, staff, parents and the public
Ability to work independently and prioritize work schedules
Valid Virginia Quality Assurance Screening (VQAS) Level II; or passing EIPA Written Test with minimum Level 3.0 EIPA Performance Test or equivalent from another state
Interpreters hired with VQAS Level II or EIPA Level 3.0 must reach VDOE qualifications within two years of hire
FBI Criminal History Investigation
State Police Criminal History Investigation
Child Protective Services Investigation
Tuberculosis Screening/Test
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Wide variety of benefits offered by Chesterfield County Public Schools; offerings may differ based upon full-time and part-time employee status
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks