ASL Staff Interpreter
Company: CAPS Collaborative
Location: Newton
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description CAPS Collaborative is seeking a
dynamic and enthusiastic ASL Interpreter to join our growing Deaf
and Hard of Hearing Programs in the Newton Public Schools. The
applicant will support students in general education inclusion
classrooms and our Deaf staff as needed. We are seeking applicants
for our Newton Public School middle/high school programs. The ASL
interpreter shall facilitate communication among students who are
deaf or hard of hearing, their hearing peers, the classroom
teachers and other personnel in the school system. The interpreter
may perform this responsibility in a variety of settings, in and
outside of the classroom. The interpreter may interpret for Deaf
staff as needed for meetings and school-wide events. Other duties
that may be performed when they do not interfere with interpreting
include tutoring, participation in meetings and being an active
member of the school's educational team. School year position with
additional summer hours available. About us: CAPS Collaborative
will work in partnership with districts to provide programs and
services of the highest quality. To provide these services, we
adhere to the following values: To commit every aspect of the
organization to providing exceptional educational opportunities for
students. To demonstrate quality and responsiveness by becoming the
first choice of districts for programs and services. To be a
customer-focused organization that constantly evaluates district
needs. To integrate quality, integrity, respect, and teamwork into
every aspect of the organization. To demonstrate accountability
through constantly evaluating results and progress toward goals. To
implement programs and services in the most cost-effective manner
and to exercise due diligence in financial decision making. We will
work in partnership with districts to ensure that students
transition to the least restrictive environment in their home
school district. About the role: ASL interpreters facilitate
communication among students/staff who are deaf or hard of hearing,
their hearing peers, classroom teachers and various school
personnel. The ASL interpreter is an active part of the educational
team and often serves as a liaison between students, general
educators, and the CAPS DHHP. A commitment to lifelong learning and
a spirit of collegiality and teamwork are expected and critical to
the success of the program. Responsibilities: Facilitate
communication within the educational setting ensuring language
access to curricular material, successfully conveying voice-sign
and sign-voice messages Assume other in-school interpreting
responsibilities such as: parent conferences, IEP meetings,
assemblies, disciplinary meetings, or special events With advanced
notice, provide interpreting for school functions outside of school
hours, including extracurricular activities, meetings and special
events (Additional compensation for interpreting services outside
of normal school hours) Maintain contact and collaborate with
members of the educational team to ensure compliance with students'
IEP goals As a related service provider, assist in data collection,
share current performance levels and make recommendations related
to interpreter use and communication access in the classroom.
Orient the general education teacher and educate student consumers
as to the role of the interpreter and the Educational Interpreter
model. Continually develop knowledge, skills and professionalism to
maintain qualification for all aspects of the interpreting role.
Use scheduled preparation time to preview materials, consult with
instructors, preview educational videos, review signs for
content-area concepts, etc. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding
of the National Association of Interpreters in Education's (NAIE)
Professional Guidelines for Interpreting in Educational Settings,
as well as the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct. Monitor
students' need for a note-taker and assist with coordination as
needed. Develop cooperative working relationships with professional
colleagues (CAPS and host school); demonstrate the ability to
problem-solve and engage in thoughtful conflict resolution.
Maintain professional boundaries and ensure student/staff
confidentiality as appropriate within the educational Team.
Contribute to professional growth and collaboration by staying
informed on current literature/resources in the field and actively
participating in staff meetings and professional development
opportunities. Perform other appropriate school-related tasks as
assigned by the Program Director, including
supervising/coordinating lunch duty, recess or other
non-instructional activities as assigned or as needed by program
Candidate requirements: Must meet the minimum requirements as set
forth by the Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf & Hard of
Hearing (MCDHH) and Department of Elementary and Secondary
Education (DESE) such as MCDHH Screening (at a minimum) and a
rating of 3.5 on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment
(EIPA) Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English
Bachelor's Degree preferred Interpreter Training Program (ITP)
completion preferred Experience and/or training in child
development and education preferred Ability to communicate
effectively with students and adjust interpretation according to
the student's preferred language and communication needs
Keywords: CAPS Collaborative, Lawrence , ASL Staff Interpreter, Education / Teaching , Newton, Massachusetts
