CLS-Special Education Deaf Ed Interpreter @ WA

Position #210-CLS-06-26:
Deaf Ed Interpreter

Washington Elementary

6.0 hours per day / 191 days per year

Salary: $30.45 - $32.90 per hour

Work with students to provide interpreter support for general education classes at the elementary level. Assist in relaying instruction from teacher to student, from student to teacher and peers. Assist in meeting the needs of deaf students and perform related duties as required by the Special Education Department.

• AA or equivalent, or passed Praxis
• Skilled interpreter of the deaf, preferably classroom experience
• Trained / certified deaf interpreter with knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting methods
• Knowledge of cultural needs of deaf students and environmental factors (lighting, seating, visibility, etc.)
• Understanding of language delays in deaf students
• Interpreter Training Program graduate preferred
• Good academic and communication skills; able to take directions well from others
• Excellent attendance and punctuality required

Open until filled.

Public School Employees of Washington.

Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).

Paid leave: 180‑219 day employees – 10 sick days, 2 personal days, 11 holidays. 220‑259 day employees – 10 sick days, 3 personal days, 11 holidays. 260 day employees – 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 14 holidays, 12 vacation days.

Tuition reimbursement: 50% up to $450 per year for qualified expenses.

Applicants who are not current regular employees must complete an INS I‑9 form and provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.

Applicants must complete a disclosure form indicating whether they have been convicted of crimes against persons listed in Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, and a background check based on fingerprints conducted by the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional upon completion of the record check.

The Wenatchee School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The designated person for handling questions and complaints of alleged discrimination is Eric Anderson, Executive Director of Learning, Teaching, and Schools.

Contact: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)., 235 Sunset Ave., Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509‑663‑8161.