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Sign Language Interpreter - ASAP Start!

Amergis

Hixson, TNFull-time$1,612/wkTracked 4w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$1,612/wk
Location
Hixson, TN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State Board Of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter CertificateEducational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) CertificateRegistry Of Interpreters For The Deaf (RID) CertificationCurrent CPR

Job overview

Amergis is hiring a Sign Language Interpreter - ASAP Start!. Amergis Staffing is seeking a Sign Language Interpreter for the upcoming school year. This professional facilitates communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and others in an educational setting, often using American Sign Language (ASL) to interpret spoken language into sign language and vice versa. The role ensures students have accommodations for classroom instruction, activities, and learning discussions.

Successful candidates bring State Board Of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter Certificate, Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment Certificate, and Registry Of Interpreters For The Deaf Certification. Important skills include American Sign Language.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

American Sign Language

Qualifications

State Board of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter CertificateEducational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) CertificateRegistry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) CertificationCurrent CPRTB Questionnaire, PPD or Chest X-RayCurrent Health CertificateMeet All Federal, State and Local RequirementsMust Be 18+Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree in Interpreting, Deaf Studies or Related Field

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Amergis Staffing is seeking a Sign Language Interpreter for the upcoming school year! The Educational Sign Language Interpreter is a trained professional who facilities communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing students and others within an educational setting. Often, American Sign Language (ASL) is used to interpret spoken language into sign language and vice versa, which ensures students have accommodations to classroom instruction, activities and learning discussions.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Proficiency in American Sign Language

  • Associates degree or Bachelors degree in interpreting, deaf studies or related field, preferred

  • State Board of Education Initial Sign Language Interpreter Certificate (as applicable)

  • Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) certificate (as applicable per state regulation or client requirement)

  • Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certification ( as applicable per state regulation or client requirement)

  • Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

  • Current CPR if applicable

  • TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

  • Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

  • Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age

What Amergis offers:

  • Competitive pay and travel package available if you commute over 50 miles

  • No weekends or holidays

  • Consistent hours - 37.5 hours per week

  • W2 employment

  • Weekly pay on Fridays

  • Health insurance, dental and vision, and 401k plan

  • Dynamic team filled with support and collaboration

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Benefits:

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • 401(k) savings plan

  • Awards and recognition programs

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About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Amergis Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

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Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • 401(k) savings plan

  • Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Sign Language Interpreter | Sign Language Interpreter School

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0697

Contract Duration: 39

Pay Rate: $1612 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-07-28T13:16:21

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