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IES Communications

Audio Visual Technician I

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$25/hr

This individual must be proficient in reading and interpreting AV Signal one-line drawings. Able to ... Installation of Commercial Audio Visual to include: * AV cable pulling * Rack building/pre-wire

FM Industries

Mechanical Inspector- 1st Shift

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$24 - $32/hr

Ensuring conformance requirements using calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection. Interpreting customer drawings and specifications, and reference company work instructions and process ...

FM Industries

AZ Mechanical Inspector I

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$24.50 - $32.50/hr

Ensuring conformance requirements using calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection. Interpreting customer drawings and specifications, and reference company work instructions and process ...

FM Industries

Mechanical Inspector-2nd Shift

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$24 - $32/hr

Ensuring conformance requirements using calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection. Interpreting customer drawings and specifications, and reference company work instructions and process ...

Teamwass

Presentation Designer, IP

Yuma, AZ

This person should be highly fluent in deck design, visual storytelling, and brand interpretation, with the ability to move quickly between internal presentations, external pitch decks, credentials ...

Varsity Tutors

American Sign Language Tutor

Chandler, AZ · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Emphasizes developing visual-spatial communication skills and connects ASL to Deaf culture, accessibility, and interpreting career pathways. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar ...

Varsity Tutors

American Sign Language Tutor

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Emphasizes developing visual-spatial communication skills and connects ASL to Deaf culture, accessibility, and interpreting career pathways. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar ...

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How much do visual interpreter jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for visual interpreter in Arizona is $59,660.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,600.00 and $64,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Visual Interpreter?

As a Visual Interpreter, your daily responsibilities often include providing real-time descriptions of visual content for clients with visual impairments, which may involve interpreting live events, images, documents, or online meetings. You may work independently or as part of a team, collaborating closely with clients, accessibility coordinators, and sometimes other interpreters to ensure accurate and meaningful communication. The job requires flexibility, as assignments can vary widely in subject matter and context, from educational and professional environments to healthcare or public services. Effective communication, quick thinking, and adaptability are key to success in meeting clients’ diverse and dynamic interpretation needs.

What is a Visual Interpreter job?

A Visual Interpreter assists individuals with visual impairments by describing visual information in real-time. They provide detailed descriptions of environments, objects, images, or digital content to help clients navigate their surroundings or access visual media. This role often involves working with assistive technology, such as phone apps or specialized software, to deliver accurate and timely descriptions. Visual Interpreters may work remotely or in person, depending on the needs of the client. Their goal is to enhance accessibility and independence for those with vision loss.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Visual Interpreter position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Visual Interpreter, you need strong visual analysis abilities, attention to detail, and proficiency in accurately describing images or visual information, often supported by relevant training or certification in visual interpreting. Familiarity with assistive technologies and communication platforms such as video relay services, screen-sharing tools, and specialized remote interpreting software is commonly required. Excellent listening skills, clarity in verbal or written expression, and patience are crucial soft skills for building trust and ensuring client understanding. These abilities are essential to provide accurate and accessible visual information to individuals with visual impairments, supporting their effective participation in various settings.

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Infographic showing various Visual Interpreter job openings in Arizona as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,660 per year, or $28.7 per hour.
Sign Language Interpreter

Sign Language Interpreter

Peoria Unified School District

Glendale, AZ

$61K/yr

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Peoria Unified School District rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

100th of 577 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Title: Sign Language Interpreter 
Department: Student Services
Supervisor: Director of Special Education
Term of Employment: 9 months
Salary Classification: Hourly 15 or 18, depending on certification level
Job Summary: Provides educational, social, and informational interpreting services for the deaf and hearing impaired to facilitate communication between those who can hear and those who are deaf or hearing impaired.
 Essential Functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include, but are not limited to, the following tasks, duties, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents in this class.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES generally include the following:











  • Facilitates communications between teachers and student in a regular (mainstream) classroom, resource room and during leisure activities.
  • Tutors hearing impaired students utilizing a variety of forms of non-verbal and voice communications.
  • Reviews, prepares and becomes familiar with subject matter, vocabulary and terms to prepare for upcoming classes.
  • Researches information to prepare for special assemblies, concerts, plays and/or field trips.
  • Uses a variety of modalities and electronic devices such as closed captioning, hearing aids, and assistive listening devices and telecommunications equipment to enhance the understanding of the information being interpreted.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.

 KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

  • Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and PUSD policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of the principles of professional sign interpretation practices, methods and techniques.
  • Knowledge of the principles of electronic audio-visual equipment to provide communication and support to the deaf community and its culture.
  • Knowledge of the principles of educational/tutoring techniques, instruction and tutoring methods.
  • Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying relevant Federal, state and PUSD rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Skill in identifying, advocating and supporting the educational needs of the hearing impaired population served.
  • Skill in developing, maintaining and updating a variety of confidential records and files.
  • Skill in interpreting a wide variety of educational, instructional and social conversations.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, vendors, students, parents, the general public and others having business with the school district.
  • Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED. Completion of an Interpreter Training Program, AND one (1) year of providing instructional interpretation in a school environment; OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved, proficiency of interpreting skills through one of the following:

  • Minimum passing score of 3.5 or better on the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)
  • Valid Certificate of Interpretation (CI) and/or Certificate of Transliteration (CT) from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
  • Valid certificate from the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) at Level 3 or higher.

 OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Valid fingerprint clearance card
  • Must demonstrate fluency in sign language interpretation of a variety of educational materials and activities.
  • May be required to work outside normal working hours.


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