TEMPORARY Sign Language Interpreter​/Year-Round

Salary: $25.39 - $31.22 Hourly

Location:

Districtwide, CA
Job Type: Temporary

• Perform ASL interpreting services for D/HH students, faculty and staff in classrooms, laboratories and a variety of settings for orientations, meetings, counseling appointments, assessment testing, field trips, professional development, human resource matters and other college/District events.
• Respond to revisions in assigned schedules that require interpreting for different courses/disciplines, in different settings and for individuals with differing communication needs and preferences.
• Transliterate course materials and other documents when required.
• Consult with faculty to identify potential problems that could inhibit the effective provision of interpreting services; advise faculty on uses of technology and how to negotiate communications with D/HH students to convey course content; explain student rights and responsibilities in accordance with District rules and regulations.
• Follow appropriate ethical codes and processes for addressing situations observed or experienced in the course of interpreting assignments; advocate for D/HH students and faculty in difficult or stressful situations.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participate in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.

• Associate degree in education, social services or related field, or graduation from an Interpreter Training Program, with at least one year of interpreting experience in an educational setting.
• Proficiency in American Sign Language interpretation and application techniques, including special sign vocabularies for varied college disciplines.
• Knowledge of current developments, trends and techniques in the field of interpreting, including assistive devices for the deaf and hard-of-hearing.
• Familiarity with federal, state and local laws, codes, rules and regulations applicable to providing services to the deaf and hard-of-hearing.
• Strong verbal, written and interpretive communication skills, ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise tact in sensitive situations.
• Valid California driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability under the District’s vehicle insurance program.

Accepts California Public Service Commission Certificate of Qualification.