Deaf Education Interpreter Coordinator; BEI or RID certified

Position: Deaf Education Interpreter Coordinator (BEI or RID certified) 2026-2027 School Year
QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree required (related to interpreting or the field of deafness preferred)

* Valid certification in interpreting issued either by the Board of Evaluation of Interpreters or the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf. Advanced BEI certification preferred.

* Knowledge of the educational interpreter role and RID Code of Professional Conduct.

* Possess the ability to write routine reports and correspondence in a professional manner.

* Possess the ability to read and interpret educational documents

* Possess the ability to develop and provide quality staff development opportunities for interpreters and non-certified staff and conduct interpreter evaluations

* Demonstrate knowledge of various communication modalities used by the deaf and hard of hearing

* Demonstrate knowledge of Special Education laws and regulations

* Previous experience supervising or mentoring interpreters preferred

* Experience coordinating services across multiple campuses preferred

* 3-5 years of experience of educational interpreting

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Annual

Contract:

230 days

SALARY:

$60,264 (IA-1)

Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year

Stipend

Level I, CI/CT, SC, IC/TC, NIC: $7,375

Level II, CI/CT, SC, IC/TC, NIC: $8,375

Level III or Advanced (BEI or NIC): $9,375

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Develop and provide staff development courses to promote professional growth and training in the interpreting or transliterating process and the role of an educational interpreter.

* Prepare and submit Continued Education Units applications for credit as required by the certification governing body (The Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services- DHHS).

* Evaluate, observe, and provide prompt oral and written feedback for interpreters and support staff (non-certified staff) to improve upon skills.

* Verify and complete first approval of extra duty interpreter time sheets.

* Establish a strong network with local universities and community colleges, interpreter ties to the Deaf community, and interpreter agencies for recruiting purposes.

* Participate and provide input in local the Interpreter Training Program Advisory Committee.

* Develop and provide presentations on the role of the educational interpreter to district and non-district personnel.

* Work directly with non-certified staff to prepare for their Basic BEI test through mentoring, modeling and assisting with development of their skills on a monthly basis.

* Schedule/coordinate interpreters for extracurricular activities and any other interpreting needs as necessary.

* Attend and interpret Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD)/Individualized Education Plan (IEP) committee meetings and Full and Individual Evaluations for the RDSPD as needed.

* Be informed, monitor, and report to the Coordinator of the NWHCC any information pertinent to the interpreter needs of students in the cooperative program.

* Maintain current and accurate files on each interpreter and support staff in the NWHCC.

* Coordinate interpreting/transliterating services according to the specifications of the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).

* Demonstrate professionalism, including confidentiality, in all interactions with administrators, teachers, staff, students, visitors, and/or individuals unfamiliar with the educational setting.

* Be available for consultation and interpreting needs should a crisis arise on a campus involving a student who is deaf or hard of hearing.

* Assist and provide feedback in interviewing and assessing interpreter and support staff applicants.

* Demonstrate understanding of assignment qualifications.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or Coordinator of Deaf Education or as determined by specific area of assignment.

* Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:
Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:
Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional

reaching

Lifting:
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:
Frequent district wide travel

Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Final date to receive applications:

Until filled

Applications will be reviewed

Not all applicants will be interviewed

Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

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