Context Global Inc·Arlington County, Virginia
1 ASL interpreting services across academic, administrative, and social settings within Arlington Public Schools. Collaborate with school staff to ensure effective communication and maintain professional ethical standards.
ContextGlobal is hiring multiple full-time ASL Educational Interpreters to support Deaf and hard-of-hearing staff across Arlington Public Schools (APS).
Whether you just finished an Interpreter Training Program and want your first professional placement, or you're an experienced interpreter ready for a stable school-year role, we want to meet you.
No certification required.
If you've completed an Interpreter Training Program or have equivalent interpreting experience, you're encouraged to apply.
This is a school-calendar role.
You work the academic year and have summers and school breaks off, with optional supplemental assignments if you want the extra work.
Pay & Benefits $1,000 sign-on bonus $35 up to $65 per hour, based on experience and certifications W2 employees preferred; qualified independent contractors also considered Medical, dental, and 401k Annual professional development budget Summers and school breaks off
You'll be placed in an Arlington Public Schools building for the school year (or as needed) and provide 1:1 ASL interpreting for staff who use ASL as their primary mode of communication. What you'll do Provide ASL interpreting across academic, administrative, and social settings within an APS school Voice for ASL users and interpret for colleagues, school personnel, and visiting professionals Collaborate with school staff on assignment context, scheduling, and ongoing support Maintain professional, ethical conduct in all school-community interactions
Required Qualifications Completion of an Interpreter Training Program, or equivalent demonstrated interpreting experience Proficient signing and voicing skills Working knowledge of K-12 educational vocabulary Proficiency in ASL and a strong understanding of Deaf culture Adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct
EIPA score on file, or actively preparing to sit for the EIPA Graduate of an accredited Interpreter Training Program One or more years of K-12 educational interpreting experience Familiarity with K-12 school operations and administrative processes
Interview Process We review every application and reach out to qualified applicants within 2 business days to schedule an interpreting screening. Applicants who advance are then invited to a brief video interview with our ASL team.
After You're Hired Because this position is in a public school, all hired interpreters complete a criminal background check with fingerprinting, a drug test, and a possible TB screening. ContextGlobal coordinates and covers the cost of these screenings.
About ContextGlobal ContextGlobal, Inc. is a Washington DC-area language services company. We partner with schools, government agencies, and Fortune 100 companies to deliver ASL, spoken-language, and consulting services. Our school-based interpreters are core members of the team, supported and set up for long-term career growth.
Completion of an Interpreter Training Program or equivalent experience is required. Proficiency in ASL, voicing skills, and knowledge of K-12 educational environments are essential.
Market context
Full-time ASL interpreter roles in Virginia K-12 settings are often driven by student support needs and school staffing requirements. Competition can be strong because employers look for ASL fluency, voicing ability, and familiarity with educational settings, while benefits such as medical, dental, 401(k), a sign-on bonus, and professional development can make offers more attractive. If you are considering applying, review the school schedule and student-service expectations carefully; the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time on research.
