Sign Language Communication Facilitator

Responsibilities

• Facilitate sign language communication between deaf and hearing consumers in an educational environment that includes academic and after‑school activities such as classrooms, field trips, assemblies, counseling sessions, meetings, and extracurricular activities.
• Sign for deaf consumers in direct and overheard conversations, using sign language and spoken English along with knowledge of accessibility; convey the content and spirit of the speaker.
• Act as an advocate for deaf students who may not be able to advocate for themselves. Support services may include interpreters, note‑takers, closed captioned services, and other assistive listening devices.
• Provide deaf students with assistance, as needed, with assignments and/or homework.
• Assist teachers in requesting or requiring aid services (in the classroom) for students who are deaf.
• Use state cars to transport students to and from classes or after‑school activities and provide supervision inside and outside the vehicle.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Proficient in American Sign Language, as demonstrated with a Certificate of Completion from an accredited interpreter training program.

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.