Deaf Interpreter Bilingual Aide; Positions

Position: Deaf Interpreter Bilingual Aide (185 Days) Multiple Positions
* Supports classroom environment by fluent interpretation, signed or oral, to facilitate communication effectively to and by students in the classroom

* Attains specialized vocabulary for student classes prior to class presentation

* Follows students' IEP as developed by the Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee

* Continuously improves sign language skills and level of competency

* Assists all students as support facilitators/interpreters in the inclusion model of education

* Identifies and uses instructional accommodations and curricular modifications in effective instructional practice

* Attends professional development regarding support facilitation techniques and communication skills for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students

* Reports pertinent information using standardized reporting tools as identified by the Dallas Regional Program for the Deaf

* Maintains confidentiality at all times

* Maintains certification as required by certifying agency

* Performs all required documentation in a timely manner

* Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned

* Performs all duties relating to the State Deaf grant 100%;
All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate

* Associates Degree from an accredited university and Interpreter Certification

* Experience interpreting in the Deaf community

* Experience interpreting in the educational setting

* BEI - Basic

* RID - CSC,CI, CT, or CI/CT

* NIC