Temporary Sign Language Interpreter

Job Description

Montgomery College, all campuses, seek candidates for temporary ASL Interpreters. Need for this position is situational and applications are reviewing on a rolling basis as needed.  Please note, a position may not be actively available at the time you apply.

Temporary Interpreter positions are non-bargaining and non-exempt. For non-exempt positions, you are not eligible to work a secondary job at Montgomery College. Montgomery College promotes and creates a working and learning environment rooted in the basic tenets of fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness. 

Primary responsibilities are to provide interpreting/transliterating in a variety of situations related to the educational/accessibility needs of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing students campus-wide.

This is a part-time, temporary position without benefits and is funded through June 30, 2027. Employment continuation beyond this period is contingent upon need and funding. Part-time, temporary positions are not eligible to work more than 25 hours per week.   

 Required Qualifications:  

·      ·Associate's degree.

·       Experience in interpreting.

·       Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) and/or other communication modes used by Deaf individuals.

·       Knowledge of RID/NAD Code of Ethics and Deaf Culture (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf/National Association of the Deaf).

·       Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.

 Preferred Qualifications:

·     · RID Certification.

·       Bachelor’s Degree.

·       Experience interpreting in a college setting.

·       Knowledge of Math, English and a wide range of college subjects.

 Skills Assessment:

Interpreters are evaluated based on their educational background and previous interpreting experience. A screening simulation to evaluate receptive and expressive skills and ability to render the message accurately is included in this evaluation process.

Pay Rates are calculated based on ability, experience and certification. 

For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.

As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire:

• Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or [email protected].  We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.

Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

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