Sign Language Communication Facilitator

Summary Of Work

• 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, meeting and extracurricular activities.
• Sign for deaf consumer direct and overheard conversations, through the use of sign language and spoken English and knowledge about accessibility; convey the content and spirit of the speaker.
• Act as advocate for deaf students who may not be able to advocate for themselves. Support services for deaf consumers may include interpreters, note‑takers, and closed‑captioned services and other assistive listening devices.
• Provide deaf students with assistance, as needed, with assignments and/or homework.
• Assist teachers requesting and/or requiring aid services (in the classroom) for students who are deaf.
• Use state cars to transport students to/from classes or after‑school activities and provide supervision inside vehicle and from vehicle to activity as needed.

• Requires high school diploma or GED
• Proficient in American Sign Language as demonstrated with a Certificate of Completion through completion of 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.