Freelance ASL Interpreter (On-Site), Washington, DC

ContextGlobal is seeking on-site ASL interpreters to support our clients across Washington, DC. This is an in-person position. All assignments are performed on location at client sites in the District.

Role Expectations

• Provide effective communication facilitation between multiple parties, working to and from ASL and English
• Understand cultural and linguistic differences between communities and respond accordingly

Certification

We are hiring both certified and non-certified interpreters. Certified interpreters (RID, NAD IV or V, or a BEI equivalent) are matched to assignments that require certification, and skilled non-certified interpreters are welcome for assignments that do not.

Required Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language and English voicing
• Completion of an Interpreter Training Program (graduates of accredited programs preferred)
• At least two years of experience as an ASL interpreter
• Proficient signing and voicing skills
• Strong knowledge of educational, corporate, and community vocabulary, ASL, and Deaf culture

Core Competencies

• Ethical decision-making
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of educational, corporate, and/or community vocabulary
• Strong understanding of cultural and linguistic differences between communities
• Self-motivated, well-organized, and dependable with paperwork and timekeeping
• Adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct

Pay

Competitive rates, based on experience and certification. Net 30 payments, direct deposit.

Pre-Employment Screenings

Community assignments do not require clearance. To work within schools, you will need to complete the appropriate clearance process, including fingerprinting, background clearance, and a possible drug test and training videos. This clearance is not required to interpret with us as an on-site interpreter, but completing it opens more assignments to you. Where costs are involved, ContextGlobal reimburses them once you are cleared, with an invoice and a valid copy of the receipt of payment. 

Benefits and Perks

• Net 30 payments
• Direct deposit
• Tailored job assignments (no blast emails)

Work Location

On-site, in person, at client locations in Washington, DC.

About ContextGlobal

ContextGlobal, Inc. is a language service provider delivering top-tier translation, interpreting, and consulting services to a select clientele in the Washington Metropolitan area. Our clients include Fortune 100 companies and government organizations. We are quality-focused, customer-first, and committed to building a diverse and highly qualified team.

To apply, please visit
https://contextglobal.com/careers/. Interviews and screenings will be conducted in ASL and spoken English.