Educational Interpreter

🇺🇸 Normal, IL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $22 - $29 per Hour 💻 Other 🗓️ July 17th, 2026

K-12

Edtech.com's Summary

Illinois State University is hiring an Educational Interpreter to provide interpreter services for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, supporting communication in classrooms, school events, and extra-curricular activities. The role involves collaboration with special educators and participation in team meetings to support student learning. This position may require placement adjustments based on student needs and is subject to a summer academic break layoff.

Highlights

Provide interpreter services to students aged 3-21 who are deaf or hard of hearing across diverse educational settings.
Facilitate communication during classroom instruction, school events, and extra-curricular activities.
Collaborate with educational teams and participate in team meetings to support special education efforts.
Must hold a valid Statement of approval from the Illinois State Board of Education for sign language interpreting.
Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 3:30pm, with potential summer layoff from mid-May to mid-August.
Salary range is $22.18 to $28.83 per hour.
Position funded through June 30, 2027.
Must be able to move between classrooms quickly and demonstrate physical activities if working with elementary students.
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement options, tuition waivers, paid holidays, and benefit time.
Requires high school diploma or GED and ability to effectively communicate daily with or without accommodation.