Sign Language Interpreter

Position Overview

Position is 81.3% FTE (approximately 32.5 hours per week), 10-month term. Under general supervision, provide sign language interpreting services to facilitate communication among students, staff, parents, teachers, and others in a variety of settings. Independently interpret complex subject matter and educational concepts; perform related duties as assigned.

• Provide sign language interpreting services to deaf and hard‑of‑hearing individuals, facilitating communication between students, staff, parents, and teachers.
• Serve as an interpreter in classrooms, assemblies, theatrical performances, sporting events, meetings, conferences, after‑school programs, field trips, special events, vocational trainings, workshops, and emergency situations.
• Interpret during classroom activities, lectures, discussions, non‑captioned visuals, story readings, plays, and public address announcements; use an appropriate register for each setting.
• Offer expressive and receptive interpretation and transliteration in American Sign Language, manually coded signed English systems, and voicing into English.
• Communicate with students using the mode best suited to their needs per Individualized Education Plans (IEP); participate in IEP meetings; maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Review textbooks and academic materials in preparation for interpreting; collaborate with teachers on environmental changes and instructional modifications.
• Reinforce instructional concepts and ensure student understanding of classroom instruction; interpret student questions and comments.
• Encourage and guide self‑reliance, assist with use of auditory equipment, and observe student behavior and progress.
• Assist in monitoring classroom, outdoor, playground, field‑trip, and other activities to ensure student safety.
• Interpret for district staff and others at meetings, trainings, and events requiring interpretation.
• Attend and participate in meetings, conferences, workshops, and in‑service trainings to maintain current knowledge.

• Expressive and receptive interpretation and transliteration in ASL, manually coded signed English, and voicing into English.
• Understanding of concerns of deaf and hard‑of‑hearing individuals.
• Basic concepts of child development, age‑appropriate behaviors, and classroom management techniques.
• Familiarity with equipment used by deaf and hard‑of‑hearing individuals.
• Knowledge of subjects taught in schools (arts, literature, mathematics, history, science).
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Correct oral and written usage of English.

Education and Training

• High‑school diploma or equivalent and at least one of the following:
• Completion of at least two years of college (48 semester units or 60 quarter units).
• Associate of Arts degree or higher.
• Passing score on an examination administered by the Personnel Commission demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.
• Completion of coursework in Deaf Studies, Early Child Education, or a related field is preferred.

Experience and Certification

• Valid certification issued by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or an equivalent with a score of level 4.0 or higher (NAD, ACCI, EIPA, ESSE).
• Experience interpreting in a variety of settings, including schools, assemblies, theatrical performances, sporting events, meetings, conferences, and emergency situations.
• Knowledge of classroom management and instructional strategies for deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students.

Other Requirements

• Must submit official transcripts or degree documentation to the Personnel Commission Office.
• Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license; personal automobile may be required.
• Work independently with little direction; meet schedules and timelines.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
• Work collaboratively as an educational team member.

Standard benefits and salary details are available upon request from the district.

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