Interpreter​/Communication Facilitator

Interpreter/Communication Facilitator

Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union
- Special Ed
- Bennington, Vermont

Job : 5783678
Final date to receive applications: Jul 10, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Jun 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 20, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education >
Hard of Hearing

• Provide American Sign Language English interpretation for Deaf students in classroom instruction, group and individual settings, school meetings, and school-wide activities.
• Facilitate understanding of instructional content, ensuring that Deaf students fully access grade‑level curriculum.
• Assist in modifying materials and adapting classroom communication (visual supports, previews/reviews, etc.).
• Collaborate with the Teacher of the Deaf, classroom teachers, and support staff to plan for communication access.
• Monitor and assist with student participation in classrooms and social interactions — support in bridging communication gaps.
• Support Deaf students’ language / communication development in ASL.
• Maintain confidentiality; participate in IEP meetings, staff meetings as needed.
• Attend ongoing professional development in ASL skill, interpreting standards, and Deaf education.

• Advanced / fluent proficiency in American Sign Language (both receptive & expressive).
• Certification or strong experience in educational interpreting / communication facilitation. (EIPA score, RID certification, or equivalent preferred if interpreting.)
• Experience working with Deaf / Hard of Hearing students in educational settings.
• Ability to modify and adapt communication materials to support comprehension.
• Good interpersonal skills; able to work as part of a team including Deaf culture awareness.
• Understanding of ethical standards for interpreters / communication facilitators.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.