Sign Language Interpreter

Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) – High School

Location:

Arcadia, FL 34266

Work Setting:
Onsite, school-based

Employment Type:

Contract

Schedule:

Full-time preferred, with a flexible part-time option available

Hours:

Full school day or 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM, Monday–Friday

Starting Pay Rate: $30.00/hr & dependent on experience

Description:

1:1 - high school senior - onsite only

Position Overview

Birch Agency is seeking a qualified and dedicated Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) to support a high school senior in an onsite school setting in Arcadia, Florida.

This opportunity offers scheduling flexibility, with the option to work a traditional full-time school schedule or provide morning coverage from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM, Monday through Friday.

The ideal candidate will be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and experienced in educational interpreting. The interpreter will facilitate effective communication between the student, teachers, classmates, and other school personnel to ensure the student has meaningful access to classroom instruction and school activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide onsite ASL interpretation for a high school senior throughout the school day or assigned morning hours.
• Interpret classroom instruction, discussions, presentations, and conversations between the student and others.
• Facilitate communication between the student, teachers, classmates, and school staff.
• Accurately convey spoken and signed information while maintaining the speaker's intent and meaning.
• Support the student's access to academic instruction, classroom participation, and school activities.
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical interpreting standards.
• Collaborate with educators and school personnel to support the student's communication needs.
• Adapt interpreting strategies to accommodate classroom settings and instructional activities.

Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Experience providing sign language interpretation in educational settings is a plus.
• EIPA certification or equivalent educational interpreting credentials is a plus.
• Strong receptive and expressive signing skills.
• Ability to accurately interpret academic terminology and classroom discussions.
• Understanding of professional interpreting ethics, confidentiality, and appropriate boundaries.
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable working independently in a school environment.

Schedule Flexibility

Candidates May Choose Between

• Full-time:
  Traditional school-day schedule (8:30 AM – 3:30 AM).
• Part-time:
  Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Both scheduling options provide the opportunity to support a high school senior's communication and educational needs in person.

Why Work with Birch Agency?

Birch Agency is committed to connecting education professionals with meaningful opportunities and providing ongoing support throughout their assignments.

• Competitive weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing recruiter support throughout your assignment