Degree in American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting, certified ASL Interpreter credentials, and 1+ year of experience as an ASL Interpreter in educational settings. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
A contract opportunity is available for a skilled Sign Language Interpreter specializing in telehealth services within an educational setting located in Framingham, MA. This role requires expertise in providing clear and accurate interpretation to support effective communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students, families, and school staff during remote learning sessions and telehealth consultations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate real-time sign language interpretation for virtual classes, telehealth appointments, and other remote communications
- Collaborate with educators, healthcare providers, and support staff to ensure seamless communication access for students
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethical standards during all interactions
- Adapt interpretation services to accommodate various educational and telehealth platforms
- Participate in ongoing professional development to keep skills current with emerging technologies and best practices in telehealth interpreting
Desired Qualifications:
- Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) with strong interpreting skills tailored to educational and healthcare environments
- Experience providing telehealth interpretation services
- Understanding of the unique communication needs of students in a school setting
- Ability to work independently and manage flexible schedules to cover telehealth sessions
- Knowledge of confidential handling of sensitive information and compliance with related privacy laws
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to accessible education and healthcare services by bridging communication gaps through specialized telehealth interpreting. The position supports meaningful engagement for students requiring sign language interpretation, ensuring equitable participation in their academic and healthcare experiences.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to secure this contract role located in Framingham, MA.
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