Full time staff interpreter

Position Overview

Join the Sign Language Studios team and help provide equitable communication access across a variety of settings.

Location: Middle Tennessee (In-Person — not a remote position)
Schedule: Monday–Friday; occasional evenings & weekends
Salary: $50,000–$60,000 (based on experience, education, and certification)
Note: This position is local. Relocation assistance is not provided.

The Staff Interpreter provides professional American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services for Deaf, DeafBlind, Deaf Disabled, Hard of Hearing, and Late-Deaf individuals across a variety of settings. This role also supports internal operations and contributes to mentorship and team collaboration.

Essential Job functions

• Interpret between ASL and English across diverse settings (K–12, medical, business, post-secondary, mental health, and more)

• Prepare for assignments by reviewing relevant materials

• Travel to on-site assignments throughout Middle Tennessee

• Represent Sign Language Studios with professionalism and cultural awareness

• Support scheduling and administrative tasks when not on assignments

• Mentor interns as assigned

• Follow RID Code of Professional Conduct and agency policies

education & Qualification Requirements

• Interpreter Training Program (ITP) completion or equivalent experience

• National Certification or EIPA 4.0 preferred

• Strong ASL/English interpreting and transliteration skills

• Knowledge of ethical standards (RID CPC)

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Valid Tennessee driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) options

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

• Paid mileage

• Free CEU maintenance

• Certification fee support (with commitment)

• Paid liability insurance

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter, and credentials to:
interpreting@signlanguagestudiosllc.com

Application Deadline: Open until filled