Sign Language Interpreter

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SCHEDULE:

Hourly. Hours may vary based on program needs.

REPORTS TO:

Director of Special Education Programs, Special Education Supervisors, Building Principals. SUPERVISION:
None. SALARY: $26.78/hr Non-Certified; $30.89/hr Certified.

• Required:
  
  Successful completion of an Interpreter/Transl iterator Training Program affiliated with an accredited educational institution.
• Current, national interpreter and transl iterator certification or a two-year provisional certificate with certification attained prior to expiration.

The Education Interpreter provides interpreting and transliterating services for students/staff/parents who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing in various environments. The primary function is to act as a facilitator of communication between the Deaf/Hard of Hearing student and his/her educational community, so that the student may actively participate in the educational program. The Educational Interpreter serves as a related service provider on a student s educational team.

• Provide meaningful classroom communication for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing student in an integrated setting and/or other settings as deemed necessary.
• Change simultaneously the spoken language into finger spelling and sign language and conversely the sign language into the spoken language.
• Use ASL and/or Signed English based on the student s mode of communication.
• Prepare for the interpreting assignment by reading and researching materials pertaining to the particular class.
• Be prepared to interpret for other classes (day and evening) and various other interpreting situations (e.g., extracurricular).
• Prepare vocabulary booklets by transferring written language into signs to reinforce signing skills of teachers, parents and students.
• Develop rapport with classroom teachers; establish and maintain open communication with mainstream and Deaf/Hard of Hearing staff.
• Provide information to the classroom teacher about the role of the interpreter; assist in meeting the student s educational needs.
• Evaluate the physical setting in the classroom to ensure maximum communication; use the student s preferred mode of communication.
• Check for understanding of signs, new vocabulary and concepts.
• If a note taker is not available, help secure one in class.
• Encourage the student to participate in class; develop rapport with the student without infringing on rights.
• Understand and assist in implementation of the student s IEP process, including providing academic support, behavior management, activities of daily living, and transition support as directed.
• Work in partnership with the Deaf/Hard of Hearing staff; serve as a collaborative member of the student s educational team.
• Provide information to the team to help evaluate and plan the student s educational program; inform teachers of needs that may affect the student s success.
• Provide teachers with information from the mainstream class related to discussions, assignments, behavior and tests.
• Assist in developing new signs in technical and academic areas to help the student learn new concepts; assist in tutoring when needed.
• Provide materials/handouts to teachers that have been distributed in the mainstream class.
• Teach sign classes to hearing students, parents and staff as appropriate; participate in elective sign classes as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Special Education Supervisor, Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, and/or Principal, including attending workshops and in-service training to enhance knowledge and skills as an interpreter; promote Deaf/Hard of Hearing awareness in the classroom and throughout the school; accompany the Deaf/Hard of Hearing student for staffings, conferences and field trips as assigned.

BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance. (Temporary, seasonal, and substitute positions not eligible.)

Saint Cloud School District 742 supports District goals, works with diverse populations, and promotes a welcoming working and learning environment. The District is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. Title IX information is available at the district website; inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. District 742 is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Note:

This description reflects the responsibilities and requirements as provided in the original posting and does not introduce new information.