Associated Interpreters for the Deaf

08/04/2025

🌟 We had an incredible time at RID 2025 this past weekend!
AIDEAF was proud to be part of the RID National Convention, connecting with interpreters, advocates, and leaders from across the country. We left feeling inspired, energized, and more committed than ever to our mission of bridging the communication gap between the Deaf and hearing communities.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat, shared their stories, and explored future collaborations. We’re grateful to be working alongside such a passionate and driven community.

Until next time, RID! 💙

06/27/2025

🚨 Now Hiring: K–12 ASL Interpreter | Naples, FL
📍 Associated Interpreters for the Deaf

Are you an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter looking to make a difference in students’ lives? Join our dynamic team in Naples, Florida, where we believe in more than just filling roles; we’re interpreters too!

Associated Interpreters for the Deaf is owned and operated by certified interpreters who understand your unique needs. We're not just a staffing agency; we're your professional allies, dedicated to creating a supportive and fulfilling career path for every interpreter on our team.

🔍 Position Highlights

As a K–12 Educational Interpreter, you’ll:

-Interpret classroom instruction and school events
-Support student engagement in academic and social activities
-Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement IEPs
-Foster a supportive, equitable educational experience

✅ Qualifications

-EIPA 3.0+ or national certification (RID, NIC, etc.) (preferred, not required)
-Fluency in ASL and English
-Experience in educational settings
-Professionalism, ethics, and a passion for student success

💼 What We Offer
💰 $35–$50/hour (based on experience/certification)
💵 Bi-Weekly pay
🎓 Ongoing professional development
☀️ Flexible schedule. No evenings, weekends, or summers!
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Supportive, mission-driven team culture

📩 Apply Today!

Send your resume to info@aideaf.com
📞 Or call us at 773-691-3134

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06/24/2025

🌟 What an incredible weekend at the Hands Up Conference 2025 in Orlando!
We were honored to serve as a Platinum Sponsor for this impactful event, bringing together professionals, advocates, and community members in support of access, education, and excellence in interpreting.

At Associated Interpreters for the Deaf, we are proud to support opportunities that elevate our field and invest in the future of interpreting. As an agency owned and operated by certified interpreters, we understand the unique needs of working interpreters, and we're committed to standing beside you every step of the way.

A huge thank you to the organizers, presenters, and everyone who made this conference so meaningful. Until next year! 🤟✨

06/03/2025

Join us at the world’s largest Silent Weekend, where interpreters, educators, families, and ASL enthusiasts come together to learn, connect, and celebrate Deaf culture. As a Platinum Sponsor, Associated Interpreters is proud to support this vibrant community and the incredible work being done to promote accessibility and inclusion!

🎉 Meet the Faces Behind the Support! 🎉

We’re counting down the days to the Hands Up Conference, happening June 19–21, 2025 at The Florida Hotel in Orlando — and we can't wait for you to meet some of our incredible sponsors and vendors! See some of our supporters below!🫶

These organizations aren’t just supporters — they’re champions of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, advocates for interpreters, and partners in progress. 🙌

💼 From industry-leading language service providers like Signs of Excellence and AiDeaf
🤝 To dedicated educational and accessibility organizations and schools like University of Little Rock Arkansas, Flagler College, and FSDB
🎁 And vendors bringing resources, tools, and tech that uplift our field

They all want to meet YOU — the heart of our community!

Thank you for helping us Continue the Legacy that Mike and Maureen Tuccelli began in 1980, and for showing the world that we are truly "Better Together 2025". 💙

📍 Mark your calendars:
📅 June 19–21, 2025
📌 The Florida Hotel, Orlando, FL
🌐 The Hands Up Conference

Come connect, collaborate, and celebrate what makes our community extraordinary.

04/21/2025

We want to give a big shout out 🙌 to ALC Diamond Sponsor, Associated Interpreters for the Deaf. Thank you for everything you do!

04/21/2025

We are thrilled to be a platinum sponsor for this amazing event!!

🌟 Platinum Sponsor Shout-Out! 🌟

We are beyond thrilled to recognize and thank our Platinum Sponsor — Associated Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (AiDEAF)! 👏👏👏

AiDEAF has been a trusted leader in the Southwest Florida community, committed to bridging the communication gap between the Deaf and hearing worlds. Their mission is rooted in providing top-tier, professional, and ethical Sign Language services in the language preferred by the consumers they serve. 💬🤝

From medical appointments to business meetings and everything in between, AiDEAF ensures your communication access is not just compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) — it’s meaningful, respectful, and effective. 💼⚖️

We're honored to have their generous support at our event. 🙌 Show them some love by following their social media pages and spreading the word about their incredible work! 💙 And if you're ever in need of an interpreter you can count on — AiDEAF is the name to trust. 👐

Come meet the team at our Hands Up Conference in Orlando, FL from June 19-22, 2025!

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09/14/2024

09/14/2024

ALC such a success !! Shawn Norris was on a panel and he rocked it !

08/05/2024

To all interpreters of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing! We are having a social North Port Florida address is in the flyer !!! Please spread the word. This is a great way to network and meet others in our field. # aslinterpreters

07/25/2024

Brooks Jody Belcher NIC ADV NAD III- AIDEAF and AIDEAF Connect’s CEO