Sign Language Interpreter - Casual (Intermediate or Advanced)

Join our team and help create an accessible, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment for all students. WCTC's Student Accessibility Office is seeking qualified Sign Language Interpreters to provide communication access for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals across a variety of academic and campus settings. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while supporting student success in classrooms, labs, shops, events, and other college activities.

Assignments are based on student schedules and college needs and may include, daytime, evening, or weekend hours.

Why Join Us?
At WCTC, you will be part of a community committed to access, belonging, and student achievement. Interpreters play a vital role in helping students fully engage in their educational journey while working in a collaborative and respectful environment.

This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. If hired, interpreters may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this description.

• Interpret for students and staff in classrooms, labs, shops, college-sponsored events, and specialty meetings (e.g., advising, financial aid, tutoring, graduation).
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing course materials (e.g., Canvas pages, PowerPoints, agendas), researching vocabulary, and collaborating with instructors and students.
• Develop course-specific sign vocabulary in partnership with students to support comprehension of technical content.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries in accordance with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct.
• Make ethical decisions related to the interpreting process and classroom dynamics.
• Advocate for student rights within the scope of the interpreter role.
• Communicate scheduling changes, absences, or concerns to the Student Accessibility Office in a timely manner.
• Participate in required professional development to maintain credentials.
• Engage with the Deaf and interpreting communities to stay current with best practices and cultural awareness.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• American Sign Language linguistics and English proficiency
• Knowledge of Deaf culture, accessibility laws, and auxiliary aids
• RID Code of Professional Conduct and ethical standards
• Federal accessibility laws (ADA, Section 504)
• Accurate interpretation between ASL and English
• Specialized vocabulary development for technical content
• Real-time ethical decision-making in interpreting situations
• Confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Independent work management with multiple assignments
• Familiarity with technical college environments and instructional settings (preferred)

• License 157 - Intermediate - Hearing, or
• License 158 - Advanced - Hearing

The part-time Sign Language Interpreter (Casual)-Intermediate and/or Advanced supports the Student Accessibility Office and is available immediately.

Position details:
This is a part-time, casual, up to 20/hours per week position, not eligible for benefits..

Hours:
Flexible hours, to be discussed further during the interview.

For more information or to learn more about this position please contact Sarah Malewicki at: SMalewicki@wctc.edu or via phone (262) 691-5148.

Compensation
Compensation is based on licensure, qualifications and review of internal equity:

• Intermediate License (WI DSPS License 157) : $29.05 - $31.50 hourly
• Advanced License (WI DSPS License 158): $33.11 - $35.90 hourly

Application Details:
All applicants must submit a cover letter, current resume with application submission.

Interviews; to be determined.