Interpreter

Interpreter 3

The Interpreter 3 position at Stark State College plays a crucial role in facilitating communication for deaf or hard of hearing students by providing sign language interpreting for college classes and other college related activities. The interpreter serves as a liaison between deaf or hard of hearing students, instructors/faculty, staff, and hearing students.

Who We Are:

The positive energy at Stark State College comes from exceptionally dedicated employees who work hard for students. Success – for both our employees and our students – is the result. We value people and their experiences and strive to provide an environment that makes students, faculty, staff and community feel welcome and valued. You'll Be a Great Fit If:

• You have flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends and at both the Akron site and the North Canton main location of Stark State College.
• You have the ability to interpret and facilitate communication for deaf or hard of hearing students.
• You have the comfort and ability to communicate with instructors and/or staff about the role of interpreting in providing access for deaf or hard of hearing students.
• You have the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with students and College employees.
• You have experience working with a diverse population of individuals.

Typical

Responsibilities Include:

• Providing interpreting for the deaf or hard of hearing students for college classes and other college-related activities.
• Interpret lectures, discussions, conversations, meetings, events, tutoring sessions, etc.

To Be Considered You'll Need:

• A minimum of an associate's degree;
• A minimum of two years of experience interpreting for the deaf in an educational setting; and
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred Qualifications include a minimum of two years of interpreting experience in a college or university environment and certification through Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)

Outstanding benefits you can expect from Stark State: (See the benefits tab on the job description details.) Part-time employees receive state pension/retirement (OPERS/STRS), paid Stark State tuition, & employee assistance program.

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