ASL Interpreter | Educational

Remote Educational ASL Interpreter – Wyoming School District (2026–2027 School Year)

MIYO Health is seeking a fully remote Educational American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to support a high school student attending a Wyoming school district during the 2026–2027 school year.

This position involves providing real-time virtual interpretation services for one 9th-grade student throughout the school day, helping ensure full access to instruction, classroom participation, and school activities in accordance with the student's IEP and educational needs.

Position Details

• Position Type: Remote, School-Year Contract
• Start Date:August 18, 2026
• Student Caseload:1 student
• Grade Level:9th Grade
• Schedule:
• Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:25 PM Mountain Time
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:25 PM Mountain Time
• Consistent weekly hours throughout the academic year
• All services provided remotely using district-approved technology platforms

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and effective sign language interpretation for classroom instruction and school-related activities.
• Facilitate communication between the student, educators, staff, and peers while maintaining interpreter neutrality.
• Collaborate with educational staff to support student access and participation.
• Attend virtual team meetings or IEP meetings as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with FERPA and professional ethical standards.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
• Experience providing interpreting services in K–12 educational settings preferred.
• Strong understanding of educational interpreting practices and the role of the interpreter in schools.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment with reliable high-speed internet and appropriate technology.

Wyoming Educational Interpreter Requirements

To provide educational interpreting services in Wyoming schools, candidates must meet Wyoming Department of Education requirements, including:

• Hold a Wyoming Educational Sign Language Interpreter Permit or be eligible to obtain one prior to the start of employment.
• Meet one of the following credential requirements:
• Hold a national interpreting certification (e.g., RID), or
• Have an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of 3.5 or higher (ASL, MCE, or PSE), or
• Have completed an accredited Interpreter Preparation Program (ITP) with an institutional recommendation.
• Candidates who do not currently hold Wyoming credentials but meet eligibility requirements may be supported through the Wyoming licensure process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience interpreting for secondary students in virtual or hybrid learning environments.
• Knowledge of educational terminology and high school coursework.
• Experience working with video remote interpreting platforms.

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Licensing reimbursement support (when applicable)
• Professional support and training opportunities
• Clinical and administrative support
• A mission-driven team that values your work and expertise

If you're passionate about increasing educational access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and are looking for a consistent, fully remote opportunity with a manageable caseload, we'd love to connect with you!

Originally posted on Himalayas