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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for american sign language in Alaska is $70,773.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,300.00 and $74,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an American Sign Language Interpreter, fluency in ASL, deep understanding of Deaf culture, and strong interpretation skills are essential, typically supported by relevant certification (such as RID or NIC) and a degree in interpretation or related fields. Familiarity with video remote interpreting (VRI) platforms, captioning software, and interpreting equipment is commonly required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to remain impartial under pressure help interpreters succeed. These competencies are crucial for ensuring clear, accurate communication and fostering meaningful engagement between Deaf and hearing individuals in diverse settings.

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American Sign Language Interpreters work in a wide variety of settings, including schools, medical facilities, legal environments, businesses, community events, and government institutions. Depending on the position, you may find yourself interpreting in classrooms, during medical appointments, at conferences, or through video remote services. Interpreters may work independently, as part of a team, or alongside other specialists to support accessible communication. Flexible schedules, travel between assignments, and adapting quickly to new environments are common aspects of the role. This diversity provides opportunities to develop specialized skills and advance into roles such as lead interpreter or interpreter coordinator.

What can I do with an American Sign Language degree?

An American Sign Language (ASL) degree prepares individuals for careers as ASL interpreters, translators, or educators. These roles involve facilitating communication between deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals and hearing people, often requiring certification and strong language skills. Employment settings include schools, healthcare facilities, government agencies, and private organizations.

What is an American Sign Language?

An American Sign Language (ASL) job typically involves working with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing to facilitate communication. Common roles include ASL interpreters, educators, counselors, and advocates who use sign language to assist in various settings such as schools, workplaces, healthcare, and community services. These professionals ensure accessibility, inclusion, and effective communication for the Deaf community. Many ASL jobs require fluency in ASL and may also require certification, depending on the role and location.

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Infographic showing various American Sign Language job openings in Alaska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 9% Temporary. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,773 per year, or $34 per hour.

Educational Interpreter I

Anchorage School District

Anchorage, AK • On-site

$37K - $53K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Anchorage School District rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

216th of 624 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Professionals and Supervisors/Educational Interpreter I
Date Posted:
5/28/2026
Location:
AK STATE SCHOOL DEAF/HARD HEAR
Date Available:
08/14/2026
Bargaining Unit: ACE
Work Year: 182 days per year
Work Day: 8 hours per day
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: ACE C, step A - P ($37,334 - $53,847), DOE
Job Summary
The Educational Interpreter interprets and transliterates between deaf students and English speaking non-signers in school-related environments. The interpreter provides other supports to the learning environment such as directing attention and identifying environmental sounds. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
Job Requirements
The following are required:
  1. A high school diploma or equivalent.
  2. Must acquire an EIPA 4.0 or above and the passage of the knowledge Written Test within three years of hire.
  3. Must be knowledgeable regarding American Deaf culture and sensitive to multicultural environmental conditions.
  4. Must be fluent in American Sign Language and spoken/written English, including academic English.
  5. Must have the ability to effectively and accurately comprehend, interpret, and transliterate ASL to English and vice versa among students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public.

The following are preferred:
  1. An associate's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from an accredited college or University.
  2. Must be working toward RID certification or equivalent.
  3. Completion of an educational interpreter training program, or documented proof of ongoing participation in interpreter training activities.
  4. Minimum of two years of paid interpreting work.
  5. Possession and maintenance of an Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment rating of 3.5.
  6. Receipt of a passing score on the Educational Interpreter Knowledge Assessment (EIPA-WT).

Essential Job Functions
  1. Interprets and transliterates between Deaf & Hard of Hearing students and English speaking non-signers in the classroom, and in other settings to include activities both on campus, the community, and school related extracurricular activities.
  2. Interprets and transliterates between deaf staff and English speaking non-signers for school related purposes, when not assigned to students.
  3. Adapts signing level to communication needs of the students.
  4. Ensures appropriate logistics such as lighting and seating are implemented for effective interpreting.
  5. Prepares for content and message delivery of instructional materials.
  6. Provides clear and appropriate information for substitute interpreters.
  7. Functions as a member of the educational team, at times participating in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings.
  8. Attends interpreter training and skill building sessions annually.
  9. Interacts with the public as a representative of AKSD.
  10. Demonstrates in work activities and interactions knowledge of the role, duties, and functions of an educational interpreter.
  11. Works with students ages 3 to 21 with a variety of disabilities and in a variety of educational settings.
  12. Works as an effective educational team member.
  13. Abides by the Anchorage School District protocol and to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
  14. Maintains professional boundaries as noted in the Alaska Educational Interpreter Handbook.

Physical/Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure.
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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