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ASL (American Sign Language) Interpreter (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org) · Tucson, AZ · 1 wk ago
MarketingFull-time

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Sign Language Interpreter to provide exceptional linguistic access during Governing Board meetings and public educational events. In this role, you will do much more than translate words; you will manage complex communication dynamics in real-time, bridging the gap between English and American Sign Language (ASL) for a diverse audience.

Responsibilities

  • Provide interpretation services during Governing Board meetings and public educational events.
  • Manage complex communication dynamics in real-time, bridging the gap between English and ASL for a diverse audience.
  • Ensure accurate and effective communication in high-stakes settings such as government, legal, higher education, or corporate boardrooms.
  • Work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends as needed.

Requirements

  • Master’s Degree in Deaf Studies, ASL-English Interpretation or related field AND Two (2) years of Professional Interpreting - Specific, proven experience in high-stakes settings (e.g., government, legal, higher education, or corporate boardrooms)
  • OR Bachelor's Degree in Deaf Studies, ASL-English Interpretation or related field AND Six (6) years of Professional Interpreting - Specific, proven experience in high-stakes settings (e.g., government, legal, higher education, or corporate boardrooms)
  • Valid Provisional Class B License – Must hold an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of 4.0 or higher OR a valid State Certificate of Competency
  • OR Valid Provisional Class C License – Must be willing and able to achieve an EIPA score of 4.0 or higher to qualify for and obtain a Provisional Class B License within two (2) years of employment.
  • Platform Interpreting Experience - Comfort working in front of cameras, on stages, or for live-streamed public events.
  • Knowledge of Ethical Standard - Strict adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct (particularly regarding confidentiality, neutrality, and professional boundaries).

Benefits

The salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position. Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

Pay

Salary will be determined based on the successful completion of the FBI fingerprint background check, proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization, and meeting the requirements for the position.

Schedule

Two Positions Available. Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits. Flexible scheduling, including nights and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

  • Platform Interpreting Experience - Comfort working in front of cameras, on stages, or for live-streamed public events.
  • Knowledge of Ethical Standard - Strict adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct (particularly regarding confidentiality, neutrality, and professional boundaries).

Skills

  • Master’s Degree in Deaf Studies, ASL-English Interpretation or related field AND Two (2) years of Professional Interpreting - Specific, proven experience in high-stakes settings (e.g., government, legal, higher education, or corporate boardrooms)
  • OR Bachelor's Degree in Deaf Studies, ASL-English Interpretation or related field AND Six (6) years of Professional Interpreting - Specific, proven experience in high-stakes settings (e.g., government, legal, higher education, or corporate boardrooms)
  • Valid Provisional Class B License – Must hold an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of 4.0 or higher OR a valid State Certificate of Competency
  • OR Valid Provisional Class C License – Must be willing and able to achieve an EIPA score of 4.0 or higher to qualify for and obtain a Provisional Class B License within two (2) years of employment.
  • Platform Interpreting Experience - Comfort working in front of cameras, on stages, or for live-streamed public events.
  • Knowledge of Ethical Standard - Strict adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct (particularly regarding confidentiality, neutrality, and professional boundaries).

Benefits

  • Federal and state mandated benefits may be available.
  • Flexible scheduling, including nights and weekends as needed.

Comments

Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: Sites Vary
FTE : 1.0 - 8 hours per day
Work Calendar: 12 month
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.

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