ASL Interpreter - Part Time

Major Responsibilities

Provide interpreting services to Ivy Tech students, faculty, staff and visitors.

Engage in preparation and effective customer relations.

Interpret signed and spoken discourse in classroom and non-academic assignments, with clients who use a wide variety of language modalities.

(An interpreting/transliterating skills assessment may be part of the interview process.)

Assess language needs of all clientele and adjust interpreting to ensure accurate and effective communication.

Meet with interpreter coordinator, preview available materials, and research additional resources to prepare for assignments; confirm all assignments with interpreter coordinator.

Maintain accurate timesheets in Ivy Tech’s time reporting system.

Communicate in a professional manner in all settings.

Complete Ivy Lead Trainings in a timely manner.

Requirements

The successful candidates will be included in a pool of in-house part-time interpreters.

When the new hire process is completed, assignments will be sent that may be accepted or declined depending on availability.

There are no minimum requirements for hours worked to maintain the status of part-time interpreter.

Qualifications

An Associates, Bachelors or Masters level degree OR 3 years of Professional Interpreting Experience

Proficiency in American Sign Language and English

Nationally and Sate certified or working towards certification

Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.