Sign Language Interpreter

JOB TITLE: Sign-Language Interpreter (Deaf/Hard of Hearing Educational Interpreter)

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

BENEFITS STATUS: Full-Time, 7.5 Hours/Day

SALARY RANGE (Hourly): $18.23 – $25.60 BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

GENERAL STATE OF JOB

The Sign Language Interpreter (DHH Educational Interpreter) will assist the Teacher of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing to provide services necessary for the educational programming and academic improvement of children aged birth to 21 years with a diagnosed hearing loss as assigned by the supervising Teacher of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing. Under the supervision of the Exceptional Children’s Director or other designee, and Teacher of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing, the educational interpreter assists teachers and offers support in the implementation of instructional activities in the school setting. He/she will use a variety of methods, materials, and equipment at the direction of and in support of the Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Facilitates communication between the student and his peers and the student and adults in the school environment.

Studies the lesson content prior to class to ensure an accurate representation of the material.

Tutors students who are deaf or hard of hearing under the direction of the teacher.

Provides feedback to teachers upon request.

Serves as a liaison to promote positive and cooperative relationships within the school environment.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Follows all school policies as stated in individual school handbooks. Attends in-service programs and staff meetings as they relate to general information distributed to the faculty, issues that deal specifically with the educational setting, or Interpreter/Cued Language Transliterator development. Teaches interpreting/transliterating classes to students or staff as needed.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• AA degree in interpreting or related field
• At least a 3.5 on the EIPA
• Individuals serving as an Educational Interpreter must annually complete 20 hours of professional learning related to interpreting that the local education agency has approved.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Competence in the communication modality used by the student who is deaf or hard of hearing.
• Competence in English grammar, including syntax, spelling, and punctuation.
• Working knowledge of typical language development.
• Strong interpersonal skills in relating to students and adults.
• Working knowledge of the subjects being interpreted.
• Understanding of deafness and its impact on language development.
• Skill in expressive transliterating/interpreting at a rate commensurate with conversational speech and class lectures.
• Adequate reverse interpreting/transliterating skill while maintaining the integrity of the message.
• Ability to work as part of an Individualized Education Program team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to lift and move objects related to the

job functions. Physical demand requirements are for light work.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read forms and materials associated with the job functions.

Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out

instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in standard English.

Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to add, subtract, divide, and multiply.

Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes accurately in using instructional objects.

Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors or shades of color.

Physical Communications: Requires the ability to talk and hear.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this job. It is not a contract or guarantee of employment, salary, or benefits.