Language Needed: American Sign Language (ASL)
Job Type: Contract / Freelance
Work Location: In person – New York, NY
About the Opportunity
Ad Astra is currently seeking Court Certified ASL Interpreters for ongoing in-person assignments in New York . We are looking for qualified professionals to support legal and court-related settings requiring American Sign Language interpretation services.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced interpreters interested in flexible, project-based assignments with consistent demand in legal environments.
What You’ll Do
- Provide accurate, real-time ASL interpretation during court proceedings, legal appointments, and related assignments
- Facilitate effective communication between Deaf or Hard of Hearing individuals and legal professionals
- Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, impartiality, and cultural sensitivity at all times
- Follow court protocols and professional interpreting standards
Travel locally within New York for scheduled assignments
Requirements
- Court Certification required
- Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English
- Prior legal and/or court interpreting experience strongly preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Authorized to work in the United States
Ability and willingness to attend assignments on-site in New York
Why Join Ad Astra
- Flexible freelance assignments
- Opportunities to support high-impact legal and community work
- Consistent demand based on assignment needs
- Support from a global network of language professionals
- Opportunity to work with a trusted language services provider supporting clients nationwide
At Ad Astra, we don't just break language barriers, we shatter them! Our team of language professionals speaks, signs, and writes in over 250 languages, helping companies connect with consumers all over the world. As a woman-owned small business, we're proud of our long-standing reputation for providing unparalleled language services to clients across the nation and globe.
On-site Interpretation