American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter

Hourly Rate: $45.00

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION FILLED.

Parkland College is seeking an ASL Interpreter to interpret in classrooms and other college meetings/activities. The schedule for this position is intermittent based on college needs.

Applicants must submit:

• An online employment application
  
• Cover letter
  
• Resume or CV
  

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides in-class interpretation and transliteration services using sign language communication for deaf and hard of hearing students in college classes and/or laboratories which may require presentation and exchange of highly complex and technical information. Assesses student needs and the interpreting situation before and during assignments and makes adjustments as needed.
  
• Being able to work as part of a team to provide interpreting services to a client.
  
• Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information.
  
• Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages, orally or by using hand signs, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible.
  
• Listen to speakers' statements to determine meanings and to prepare translations, using electronic listening systems as necessary.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
  
• Valid proof of current interpreting licensure in the state of Illinois.
  
• Excellent bilingual communication skills, both verbal and written.
  
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check with fingerprinting.

Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://www.parkland.edu/careers will not be considered.

Please monitor your email, including spam or junk mail folders, for future correspondence from Parkland College Human Resources.
For further information on the application process, please contact Parkland College Human Resources at 217-351-2220.

Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process.

Requests may be submitted by contacting Human Resources at 217-351-2220 or by emailing hr@parkland.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer