CLS-Special Education Deaf Ed Interpreter @ WA

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. Perform related duties as required by the Special Education Department. Other related duties as assigned.

AA or equivalent or passed Praxis. Must be a skilled interpreter of the deaf. School experience preferred. Ability to relate well to students and staff. Trained/certified deaf interpreter. Knowledge or American Sign Language (ASL) method of interpreting. Knowledge of cultural needs of deaf students, environmental factors (lighting, seating, visibility, etc.). Understanding of language delays in deaf students. Interpreter Training Program graduate preferred.

Good academic and communication skills; take directions well from others. Work well as part of a team and be able to follow both oral and written directions. Excellent attendance and punctuality are important functions of this position.

Open until filled.

This position is represented by 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 benefits include 10 days of sick leave, 2 personal leave days and 11 holidays.

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

The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.

A background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based 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 dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.