Apprenticeship in ASL Interpreting

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Interpret from English to American Sign Language, American Sign Language to English or translate written text from one language into another. Perform Essential Physical Abilities Perform Essential Cognitive Abilities Essential Cultural and Linguistic Abilities Interpret using knowledge of the structure and content of American Sign Language and English Watch, read and understand information and ideas presented through the use of American Sign Language and English Interpret information and ideas through different means and modes so others will understand Possess Essential Professional Attributes Adapt and apply the ethical standards as set by Registry Interpreters for the Deaf Perform Local Operational Work Processes distinctive to the Employer 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. Compile terminology and information to be used in translations, including technical terms such as those for legal or medical material. Refer to reference materials, such as dictionaries, lexicons, encyclopedias, and computerized terminology banks, as needed to ensure translation accuracy. Check translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions. Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors. Compile information on content and context of information to be translated and on intended audience. Adapt translations to students' cognitive and grade levels, collaborating with educational team members as necessary. Check original texts or confer with authors to ensure that translations retain the content, meaning, and feeling of the original material. Adapt software and accompanying technical documents to another language and culture. Educate students, parents, staff, and teachers about the roles and functions of educational interpreters. Proofread, edit, and revise translated materials. Train and supervise other translators or interpreters. Read written materials, such as legal documents, scientific works, or news reports, and rewrite material into specified languages. Travel with or guide tourists who speak another language. Discuss translation requirements with clients and determine any fees to be charged for services provided. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Proof of high school graduation or its equivalent Proof of age-18 years or older Physically able to perform the work with reasonable accommodations and without hazard to self or others Able to stoop, bend, walk and stand for a minimum of 30 minutes at a time Authorized to work lawfully in the United States Willing to undergo a background check Able to provide three non-relative references Required to complete drug and alcohol testing at the time of selection as an apprentice Complete a TB screen and have all immunizations up to date at time of selection as an apprentice Proof of graduation/completion from an associate's, bachelor's or an alternate pathways program set forth by RID and the state of WI Able to provide proof of hearing or Deaf Intermediate Department of Safety and Public Services Wisconsin Licensure and/or Department of Public Instruction (DPI) license. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: E-Mail a Rsum: [email protected] Apply Online: www.pieinc-wi.com Other: For more information, please visit https://pieinc-wi.com/employment/apprenticeship/ and fill out the form for more information and to express your interest