Staff Interpreter (MA) Beverly School for the Deaf
Make a Lasting Impact
At The Children’s Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf (CCCBSD), we provide transformative, person-centered education and services for deaf and/or disabled individuals in a language-rich, inclusive setting. We envision a world where Deaf and disabled individuals, their families, and communities thrive with dignity, purpose, and joy.
We are seeking a skilled and committed Staff Interpreter to support communication access across student and staff interactions. This position reports to the Interpreting Department Head and plays a key role in delivering equitable access to educational and organizational activities throughout our vibrant community.
Your Impact
As Staff Interpreter, you will provide interpreting services across student and staff settings — including therapies, specials, meetings, and school events. You will partner with educators, clinicians, administrators, and peers to support multilingual communication and ensure students and staff experience full participation in our learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide high-quality ASL/English interpreting services across a range of campus settings
• Interpret for students in classrooms, therapies, community outings, IEP meetings, and events
• Support communication access for staff during meetings, training, and professional development
• Interpret solo or in teamed environments, including with Deaf Interpreters
• Apply RID Code of Professional Conduct and uphold confidentiality at all times
• Demonstrate cultural humility, professionalism, and flexibility in diverse communication environments
• Actively engage in ongoing professional development and self-evaluation
• Collaborate with the interpreting team and participate in internal school-wide initiatives
What We’re Looking For
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in interpreting, deaf education, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in educational or related interpreting settings
• Certificate with a score of 3.5 or higher on the Educational Interpreting Performance Assessment (EIPA)
• Additionally, must meet two or more of the following:
• National Interpreting Certification (NIC) from RID
• MCDHH screening certificate/documentation
• Transcript from accredited interpreter training program
• Documentation of successful experience in educational interpreting
• Strong cultural and linguistic competency in Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing communities
• Demonstrated professionalism, team collaboration, and communication adaptability
• Commitment to supporting access across all modalities, including AAC when needed
Work Environment & Physical Demands
This is a 12-month faculty role aligned with CCCBSD’s academic calendar, including school vacations in December, February, April, June, and August. The summer session runs for six weeks beginning the week after the July 4th holiday, with Fridays off.
This role involves physical presence across a variety of settings and may require walking, standing, or traveling between classrooms or community locations. Participation in emergency preparedness drills is required. CCCBSD provides reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility and success in the role.