Deaf Education Interpreter Job Baxter Springs area,Kansas USA,Education / Teaching

Job Details

Job : 5307985

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 6, 2025

Job Description

Deaf Education Interpreter - Part Time

Part-time (4 days a week, for half days)

Location:

USD 508, Baxter Springs, Kansas

Purpose:

The Deaf Education Interpreter provides interpreting and other support services for students who are deaf or hard of hearing in all aspects of the educational environment. The Interpreter’s primary function is to facilitate communication among students who are deaf or hard of hearing and their hearing peers, the classroom teacher, and other personnel in the school system.

This position may work with students in Early Childhood settings, Elementary or Secondary classrooms, resource rooms, or with speech and school psych providers. Additionally, this position may work with students with mild to moderate disabilities who may also be deaf/hard of hearing, have visual impairments, and/or other disabilities, and are able to be served in the general education setting.

Reporting

Responsible to: Special Education Teacher, District Administration; SEK 637 Administration

Experience

Experience: Job related experience is desired.

Education / Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or GED.
Proficient command (receptive and expressive) of sign language systems.
Must be able to change schedule and daily routines on short notice.
Must have proficient technology skills commonly found in classroom environments.

Preferred:

Post-Secondary degree and/or relevant certification/licensure.
Level 3 or higher on the EIPA, KQAS or possess a RID national certification.
Experience working with students with special needs in the school setting.
Effectively communicate solutions to complex problems.

Clearances

Criminal Background check.
Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in Central Office.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Wages

Based on hourly rate, number of days worked, and completion of required trainings (9-month school calendar).

Essential Functions

Demonstrate the ability to adjust interpretation (signing and voicing) to match the level of sophistication of the language mode/system used by the recipient of services.

Interpret classroom lectures, assignments, demonstrations, announcements, videos (if closed caption is unavailable, or if the student is unable to utilize captioning), group activities or discussions and student interactions.

Provide necessary clarification, elaboration, or adjustments in an interpreted message due to differences in knowledge base, culture, language, or experiences.

Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, re-evaluation process, and IEP process.

Interpret for special situations such as organizations or class meetings, conferences with principal or counselor, IEP meetings, and other school-related activities.

Participate in off-campus activities and field trips.

General Responsibilities

Maintain timely documentation.

Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the SEK Interlocal 637.

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.

Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.

Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.

Maintain professional relationships with families.

Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.

Demonstrate proficiency in ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the SEK 637 and constituents.

Complete all assignments in a timely manner including communication with other staff and families.

Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEK 637.

Regular and predictive attendance in designated work location as determined by the Director or designee.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Director or designee.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices, operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software…