American Sign Language; ASL) Interpreter

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Total Coverage Needed:
Approximately 35 hours per week

Work Setting:
Onsite classrooms plus workshops

Job Type: Full-time or part-time contract assignment

Position Summary:

Languages Unlimited, LLC is seeking qualified American Sign Language interpreters for a recurring onsite assignment in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

The interpreter team will provide communication access for 2+ Deaf students enrolled in different studies. Services will take place primarily in classroom and hands-on workshop environments.

We are open to either of the following staffing arrangements:

• Two full-time interpreters covering Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; or
• Three or more part-time interpreters dividing the recurring weekly schedule to provide complete coverage

Applicants who cannot cover the entire schedule are encouraged to apply and clearly state the days and hours they are available.

Appropriate rest periods will be provided during the workday. The assigned interpreter or interpreter team will also assess the demands of the assignment and communicate when additional interpreter support may be needed to remain consistent with applicable ASL Interpreting policies and professional guidelines.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate, complete, and impartial interpreting between ASL and spoken English.
• Support one Deaf student during classroom instruction and hands-on carpentry training.
• Interpret communication involving the student, instructors, staff, and other authorized participants.
• Become familiar with relevant studies terminology, classroom routines, and workshop procedures.
• Maintain continuity and consistency throughout the student’s program.
• Coordinate effectively with another part-time interpreter when the schedule is divided.
• Maintain clear handoff procedures to support consistent terminology and service continuity.
• Assess the duration, complexity, physical demands, and communication intensity of the assignment.
• Notify Languages Unlimited when a second interpreter or additional support may be appropriate.
• Follow facility access, badge, safety, security, and professional-conduct requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality concerning the student and all assignment-related information.
• Complete required service records and administrative documentation accurately and on time.

Schedule and Staffing Options:

Full-Time Option

• Monday through Friday
• 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Approximately 35+ hours per week

Part-Time Options

Three or more part-time interpreters may divide the weekly schedule. Possible arrangements could include:

• Specific full days assigned to each interpreter
• Morning and afternoon coverage blocks
• Another consistent division that provides complete coverage

The final part-time schedule will be established based on interpreter availability and operational needs. Applicants must clearly identify all available days and hours.

Part-time candidates may also be considered for backup or supplemental coverage.

Services will be provided at an educational and vocational training center in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

The work environment may include:

• Classroom instruction
• Workshops
• Meetings and conferences
• Student activities and authorized events
• Training and staff-development sessions
• Other authorized locations associated with the student’s program

Because the assignment includes vocational instruction, applicants must be comfortable working in an active vocational workshop and complying with applicable safety procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• At least one year of professional ASL interpreting experience
• Strong receptive and expressive interpreting skills
• Ability to interpret accurately between ASL and spoken English
• Ability to work consistently in classroom and…