Sign Language Educational Interpreter

Job Description

Candidates should be prepared to sign and voice as part of the interview.

188 day contract, plus 8 holidays; 7.0 hrs/day; $42,573 per year.

Educational Interpreter

Works with students, teachers, and other building staff members to assist in the delivery of the educational program.

• Completion of an Interpreter Training Program.
• Licensed Interpreter in the State of Iowa.

• Experience interpreting in the school setting.
• Experience working with children.

• Type of Authority:
  Staff
• Reports To:
  
  Building Administrator(s)
• Consults With:
  Special Education Director, Building Administrator(s), Special Education Facilitator, Staff, and AEA Personnel

• Facilitate all communication in a variety of environments including announcements, discussions, assemblies, playground, lunchroom, etc.
• Participate as a member of the educational team.
• Advocate for the student in the school setting to provide equal access to educational benefits.
• Participate in student educational‑related activities when needed.
• Collaborate with educational staff and report concerns to the appropriate individual.
• Communicate with the student's teacher(s) and support service providers to facilitate educational interpreting services.
• Provide input and feedback to supervising teacher as requested.
• Support guided practice or monitor educational program as directed.
• Assist with provisions of accommodations for students.
• Meet the daily-care student needs, including, but not limited to, lifting, repositioning, diapering, toileting, restraining, etc.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Assist teacher in computer entry of data and the application of technology.
• Maintain effective discipline based on the policies and guidelines of the District.
• Explain the role of an educational interpreter.
• Abide by and support the IEP document and related recommendations.
• Follow directions of the building administrators and teachers.
• Attend all appropriate meetings.
• Demonstrate an interest in self‑improvement in interpreting by attending workshops, seminars, and staff development sessions when available.
• Demonstrate professionalism in the workplace and in the community.
• Exercise maturity and sound judgment in decision making.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Recognize and demonstrate a commitment to multicultural non‑sexist policies and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.