American Sign Language Interpreter

Position Overview

BETA Systems International seeks certified American Sign Language interpreters to provide educational interpreting services at the University of Texas at San Antonio. This contract supports Student Disability Services across UTSA's tri-campus system.

You will interpret for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in academic courses, campus activities, and university events. Work includes both scheduled assignments and on-demand requests throughout the academic year.

Required Qualifications

Certification Requirements

You must hold current, valid certification from one of the following organizations:

• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
• National Association of the Deaf (NAD)
• Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI)

You must provide proof of certification before assignment.

Professional Requirements

• Adherence to RID Code of Professional Conduct
• Compliance with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Successful criminal background check completion
• Reliable transportation and valid Texas driver's license

Technical Requirements

• Proficiency with virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Canvas)
• Access to reliable high-speed internet for virtual assignments
• Professional-grade webcam and audio equipment for remote interpreting

Essential Responsibilities

Interpreting Services

You will provide sign language interpretation services for:

• Undergraduate and graduate-level courses
• Laboratory sessions and field experiences
• Campus meetings and conferences
• Athletic events and extracurricular activities
• Academic advisement sessions
• University ceremonies and special events

Assignment Types

Work includes:

• Educational interpreting for college-level content
• Team interpreting for complex or extended assignments
• Oral interpreting and transliterating services
• Tactile interpreting for DeafBlind students (when qualified)
• Cultural mediation in educational contexts

Professional Standards

You will:

• Arrive 15 minutes before scheduled assignments
• Maintain confidentiality of all student information
• Dress in business casual attire with solid colors that contrast with skin tone
• Submit accurate timesheets and service documentation
• Communicate schedule changes promptly to the coordinator
• Participate in professional development activities

Work Environment

Service Delivery Locations

Assignments occur at:

• UTSA Main Campus (San Antonio)
• UTSA Downtown Campus
• UTSA Hemisfair Campus
• Virtual platforms for remote instruction

Schedule Characteristics

• Semester-based scheduling with consistent assignments
• Day, evening, and weekend availability required
• Holiday work when university is in session
• Flexible schedule based on course offerings
• Assignment durations range from one hour to full semester courses

About BETA Systems International

BETA Systems International is a certified 8(a) Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland. We provide accessibility services and staff augmentation solutions to educational institutions and government agencies across the United States.

Our experience includes workforce development programs, administrative support services, and specialized personnel placement for complex institutional environments. We maintain partnerships with certified professionals in multiple geographic markets.

Selection Process

Timeline

• Application review begins immediately
• Interviews conducted via video conference
• Background check processing: 5-7 business days
• Orientation with UTSA Student Disability Services
• Service delivery begins January 1, 2026

Evaluation Criteria

Selection is based on:

• Certification credentials and professional standing
• Educational interpreting experience
• References from institutional clients
• Technical capability for virtual service delivery
• Availability for semester-based assignments
• Professional demeanor and communication skills

Equal Opportunity Statement

BETA Systems International provides equal opportunity to all independent contractors without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We maintain compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws. of confidentiality requirements result in immediate contract termination.