American Sign Language Interpreter

PURPOSE

To support student learning by providing interpreting services for students who are hearing, deaf, or hard of hearing with a variety of manual and verbal communications systems.

6.5 hrs/day

Monday - Friday

Regular/ Probationary

Non-exempt - Classified

2026/2027 School Year

181 Work Days

Starting at $33.00 with Benefits

Corvallis School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. Upon eligibility, the district contributes 6% of an employee's salary to their Individual Account Program (IAP). Eligibility is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position. Part‑time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.

• Open until filled with earliest review of application on March 11th, 2026.
• Multiple positions open
• Must meet the Oregon requirements for interpreting.
• Applicant must be able to attend New Hire Education Welcome on August 24th, 2026.

• Interpret the spoken English language into American Sign Language for student(s) and vice versa using a variety of manual and verbal communication systems.
• Interpret information accurately, conveying the thought, intent and spirit of the speaker in a manner appropriate to the communication needs of the participant.
• Interpret in all academic situations and in all student service areas.
• Interpret for students, parents, and other professionals at conferences, IEP meetings, and other school sponsored activities.
• Utilize planning time to meet with teachers and staff as deemed appropriate by the educational team and/or supervisor.
• Maintains high standards and expectations for students in a manner that encourages independent learning and personal growth.
• Prepare, preview and study subjects to be interpreted to research vocabulary and appropriate terminology to provide an accurate, appropriate interpretation.
• Provide academic assistance under the direction of the teacher.
• Understand the student's hearing loss and the effect of this loss on speech, language and cognitive development and apply that knowledge when providing academic assistance.
• Have an awareness of, and help identify student goals and objectives for the IEP.
• Attend IEP and/or educational team meetings either as an interpreter or as a participant of the team, but not as both.
• Assist in educating students, staff and other regarding hearing loss.
• Encourage positive relationships among deaf/hearing impaired and hearing peers, and staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Hold at minimum an Associate’s degree from an Interpreter Education Program or in a related educational field or
• Achieve a passing score on the EIPA written test.
• Requires specialized training and certification:
• Achieve a passing score of 3.5 or above on the EIPA Performance Test to hold a RID recognized certification (NIC, CI, CT, etc.).
• Ability to work rapidly, neatly and accurately at highly detailed and repetitive tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and implement the school/program's instructional goals and carry out work assignments in a manner that supports those goals.
• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with individuals and groups of all ages.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to effectively perform multiple, simultaneous tasks with numerous interruptions.
• Proficient in use of classroom/program equipment and technology.
• Ability to obtain specialized training as required.
• Ability to travel among district facilities as needed; if driving, the ability to meet district driving standards.

The physical demands described here are representative of…