Sign Language Interpreter

Position Summary

The Southern Oregon Education Service District (SOESD) seeks a dedicated and skilled interpreter to join our dynamic team. As an interpreter, you will be supported by highly trained educational interpreters and work towards developing a career of which you can be proud. This position will serve 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 our program.

• Interpret/transliterate information accurately, conveying the thought, intent, and spirit of the sender in a manner appropriate to the student's communication level.
• Instruct students in the correct use of an interpreter.
• Orient regular classroom teachers about the role of interpreters and suggest classroom adaptations.
• Adhere to all rules and protocols governing the confidential rights of all students.
• Develop and implement an individual ongoing program in professional growth to include fluency, vocabulary building (technical/general signs), and language skills, and participate in a skill development mentoring program.
• Participate, upon request, in parent conferences and IEP meetings.
• Demonstrate active participation in staff meetings and in‑services.
• Attend conferences, workshops, and job‑related training programs as requested.
• Interpret for students, parents, and/or professionals in conferences or other school‑sponsored activities when sanctioned by the supervisor.
• 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.
• Demonstrate a functional comprehension of all subject matter.
• Provide tutorial support to deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students as assigned.
• Act as a liaison between PDHH and mainstream staff, providing relevant feedback on student progress.
• Assist in the professional development of other interpreters within the program through assigned mentorship duties.
• Participate in a daily preventative physical warm‑up.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the assignment under the direction of the PDHH teacher.
• Develop increasing proficiency in all essential functions for Interpreter III before advancement to that level.
• Comply with local district and ESD rules and policies.
• 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 3.5 or above on the EIPA Performance Assessment or hold RID NIC, CI, or CT Certification and meet one of the following criteria:
• Hold a Bachelor's or Associate's Degree from an Interpreter Education Program or related field.
• 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.

In person at assigned schools.

190 days (academic year) calendar.

Per Classified Hourly Compensation Schedule. $24.61/hour to $33.75/hour for 2026‑2027 school year.

Department Administrator

• Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to $2185.00 per month (family coverage) for health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
• Employer‑paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including an additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Generous sick, vacation, and discretionary (personal) leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.

• OEBB MODA.
• Monthly premium deducted pre‑tax.

• Health Savings Accounts.
• Flexible Spending Accounts – medical, day‑care expenses.
• Optional Coverage for Additional Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity.
• 403(b).
• Mercy Flights Membership.