Advanced Interpreter

Advanced Interpreter

The Southern Oregon Education Service District (SOESD) is seeking dedicated and skilled interpreters to join our dynamic team. This position serves students ranging from Pre‑K to 12th grade who utilize a variety of communication modalities. Commitment to professionalism, growth, and teamwork is vital to the success of the program. As an advanced interpreter, you will prepare for classes, pursue ongoing professional goals, follow the Code of Professional Conduct, assess student language skills informally, and ensure the educational team operates cohesively through shared information.

To provide access to education for students who are deaf and hard of hearing by facilitating communication. Work in collaboration with the Lead Interpreter to promote professional growth and development in support staff.

• Interpret and transliterate information accurately, conveying the thought, intent, and spirit of the sender in a manner appropriate to the student’s level.
• Instruct students in correct interpreter usage.
• Act as a liaison between PDHH staff and mainstream staff, providing relevant feedback on student progress.
• Adhere to all rules and protocols governing the confidential rights of all students.
• Demonstrate functional comprehension of subject matter and develop technical signs specific to class curriculum.
• Provide tutorial support to deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Interpret for students, parents, and professionals in conferences or other school‑sponsored activities when sanctioned by a supervisor.
• Consult with educators, administrators, and support staff on deaf culture, the etiology and psychology of deafness, and the special communication needs of deaf students through yearly orientation and ongoing presentations.
• Develop and implement a program in professional growth to include fluency, vocabulary building (technical/general signs), and language skills; participate in a mentorship program.
• Maintain an interpreter log when assigned, to be available to the PDHH teacher.
• Demonstrate both written and oral command of the English language, including correct use of syntax and grammar.
• Participate, upon request, in parent conferences and IEP meetings.
• Assist interpreters in planning, implementing, and evaluating staff meetings and in‑services when requested.
• Collaborate with the Lead Interpreter to plan agendas, conduct in‑services, implement assessment tools, provide professional growth assistance to support staff, and help support staff develop annual goals.
• Share information gained through professional growth activities with appropriate staff and apply current trends in the profession to upgrade program services.
• Attend conferences, workshops, and summer job‑related training programs as requested.
• Participate in daily preventative physical warm‑up.
• Develop and maintain complete and accurate records and reports as appropriate.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the assignment under direction of the PDHH teacher.
• Comply with local district and ESD rules and procedures.
• Complete and document 12 hours of continuing professional development related to sign language interpretation each school year.
• Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Score of 4.0 or higher on the EIPA Performance Assessment or hold RID NIC, CI, or CT Certification and meet one of the following criteria:
  • a. Hold a Bachelor's or Associate’s Degree from an Interpreter Education Program or related field.
  • b. Achieve a passing score on the EIPA Written test.
• Certificate of Completion from an Interpreter Training Program or extensive background and experience with sign language including regular contact with deaf children or adults.
• Three years of successful experience as an Interpreter in an educational setting (K‑12 preferred).

Location:

In person at assigned school(s)

Length of Position: 190 days (academic year) calendar

Pay:
Per Classified Hourly Compensation Schedule, $26.93/hour to $36.90/hour for 2026‑2027 school year.

Immediate Supervisor:
Department Administrator

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