Reports To:
Director, Student Support Services
Position Status:
Full-Time
Posted Pay Range:
$24.00 - $29.00
The College of Western Idaho is seeking a dedicated and skilled ASL Interpreter to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in accessing a fully inclusive and engaging college experience. In this role, you will provide advanced-level interpretation, transliteration, and communication support across classrooms, advising sessions, tutoring, and campus events. You’ll play a vital role in breaking down communication barriers, coordinating accessibility resources such as note-taking and captioning, and supporting ADA compliance initiatives. This position is ideal for a certified, licensed, and student-centered professional who brings strong ethical practice, advanced ASL fluency, and a passion for equity in education.
Why Join CWI?
At the College of Western Idaho (CWI), you will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where problem-solving and innovation are valued, and your contributions directly enhance the efficiency of the institution.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver Advanced Communication Access for D/HH Students
- Provide high-level ASL interpretation, transliteration, and voicing across classrooms, meetings, and campus events.
- Interpret spoken language into ASL and other signed modalities, and signed communication into spoken English, ensuring accurate and effective information exchange.
- Serve as a communication bridge in academic, advising, tutoring, and support service settings.
Support Accessible Learning and Student Success
- Interpret tutoring sessions and support services and assist students with navigating college processes such as registration, financial aid, and campus services.
- Provide follow-up support and connect students to necessary academic and community resources.
- Assist students in communication and interaction with peers, instructors, and college staff.
Coordinate and Support Disability Access Services
- Coordinate note-taking services, transcription, and closed captioning for instructional materials and college-related media.
- Support disability education efforts and assist leadership with ADA compliance initiatives.
- Contribute to the planning, development, and implementation of comprehensive accessibility programs.
Maintain Professional Standards and Compliance
- Maintain confidentiality of student records in accordance with FERPA and ensure secure handling of sensitive information.
- Adhere to RID-NAD Code of Professional Conduct and college policies and procedures.
- Communicate schedule changes and relevant student information to Disability Services Coordinators and participate in department meetings as needed.
Must Haves:
- Associate's degree and completion of Interpreter Training Program (ITP)
- RID, NAD level 5 or above, or other state Certification recognized by the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DPOL)
- Idaho Interpreting License must be current/up to date
- Ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies, and practices attainable through specific education and/or training programs in a specialty or technical field (ITP)
- Knowledge of FM systems, transcribing systems, note-taking, captioning
- Advanced vocational or electronic skills or basic knowledge of a professional field
- Proven ability to interpret ASL and other various signed modalities to all clientele. (Voice-to-Sign and Sign-to Voice)
- Understand and communicate signed language at an advanced level, using American Sign Language and other signed modalities.
- Demonstrates advanced receptive skills in multiple signed modalities, and the ability to communicate no less than 80% of the information and materials presented
- Must have knowledge and understanding of the principle of ethical behavior set by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- The successful candidate will be dynamic and have a high energy level along with a strong commitment to the community college philosophy
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with adult learners from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences.
Additional Instructions for Applicants:
Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week, eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring manager's discretion. All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.
