Classified - Educational Sign Language Interpreter; Middle School

Educational Sign Language Interpreter (Middle School)

Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Location: Middle School

Schedule: 7.5 hours per day, Student Days

Reports To: Director of Special Education / Building Administrator

Basic:

• Provide interpreting and support services to Deaf or Hard of Hearing students in inclusive, mainstreamed or self-contained settings.
• Facilitate communication between students, teachers, peers, families and the school community to ensure equitable access to instruction and activities.

Frequent:

• Facilitate communication for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in all school settings using the student’s preferred communication mode.
• Discuss the interpreter’s role with general education teachers.
• Provide teachers with information on the physical environment and accessibility.
• Plan interpreting with educators and interpret extracurricular activities when requested.
• Provide academic support under the supervision of the Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing.
• Attend staff meetings as appropriate.
• Comply with NDE Rule 51 guidelines.
• Participate as a member of the IEP team and contribute to student language/communication needs assessments.
• Complete required paperwork on time and support the implementation of IEP goals, accommodations, and modifications.
• Maintain current professional knowledge through continuing education and professional development hours.
• Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students and a professional working relationship with staff and administration.
• Maintain confidentiality of student, colleague, and parent information per district policies and regulations.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of interpreting and district policies.
• Serve as a positive role model for staff and students and refer parents to teachers or administrators if concerns arise.
• When not actively interpreting, provide general classroom assistance or instructional support.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher or administrative staff.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must meet NDE Rule 51 criteria for sign language interpreters.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or completion of an interpreter preparation program preferred.
• Driver’s license required;
  First Aid/CPR certification desired.
• Previous work experience as an Educational Sign Language Interpreter desired.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of basic reading and math skills.

• $24.25–26.77 per hour, depending on experience.
• $26.77–29.56 per hour for bilingual (English/Spanish) interpreters, depending on experience.
• State Retirement Pension Plan membership.
• Paid Sick, Bereavement, Civic, and Personal Leave.
• Paid, employee‑only dental insurance upon enrollment.
• Health insurance eligibility with monthly premium based on hours and compensation; $100/month stipend if declined.
• Vision, life, flexible spending, short‑term disability, accident insurance, and additional benefits available.

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply at fremonttigers.org
. Click on ‘Employment’ and follow the application instructions. Applications will be accepted through Open Until Filled.

All positions are subject to veterans preference and employment is subject to background check and work authorization.

FREMONT PUBLIC SCHOOLS is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition. Persons requiring accommodations to apply are asked to make a request to the Superintendent.