Educational Interpreter for the Deaf

Educational Interpreter for the Deaf
Entiat School District
This position is employed by ESD 112; Interested applicants must apply through the link below.

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/esd112/jobs/5344788/educational-interpreter-for-the-deaf

Reporting directly to a Special Education Administrator the Special Education Teacher provides services to special education students with a range of moderate to severe disabilities ages three to 21 years of age. The Special Education Teacher leads the IEP team to develop data driven student learning and behavioral goals. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for developing curriculum and program strategies consistent with the student's learning level and to continually assess student progress towards IEP goals. Teaching environments include resource rooms and self-contained classrooms at the elementary, middle, and high school level.

See what it's like to work for our Special Education ESA:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNNFu-rcoPA

Salary:
The full salary range for this position is $30.18 - $36.72 per hour.

Assignment/Location:
We are recruiting for a Special Education Teacher to serve Paul Rumburg Elementary School in the Entiat School District for the 2026-27 school year. The start date will be August 2026 and it is full time, 185 days.

Regular attendance required: This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive, productive learning environment.

Only complete applications will be considered.
A complete application will include:

• Work history including ANY and ALL employment in the past 10 years.
• At least three professional references contact information.
• A cover letter expressing interest in the position.
• A resume that reflects work experience listed on application.
• A copy of a teaching certificate or transcripts showing evidence of completing a Special Ed teacher preparation program.

Essential Functions/Other Functions

Essential Functions:

• Interpret lectures, discussions, tests, films, assemblies and student comments in all school related settings.
• Interpret communications between hearing, deaf and hard of hearing students, parents and/or staff members in the classroom, at conferences, IEP meetings and other school activities.
• Assist certificated and classified staff to implement programs for students with hearing impairments.
• Work as a resource specialist with hearing impaired students and their teachers to develop language, articulation and academic skills within the school and home environment.
• Supervise students.
• Participate in staff meetings, inservice programs, workshops and seminars.
• Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Functions:

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1. High school diploma or GED.
• Must meet one of the following within one calendar year of employment:
  a. Pass the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) with a minimum score of 4.0 and the
  EIPA written test with a passing score; OR
  b. hold National Interpreter Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), and the EIPA
  written test with a passing score.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience as an interpreter in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of programs and services for individuals with disabilities.

Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328, melissa.kreuder@esd112.org
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574, wendy.niehaus@esd112.org
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, jeffrey.niess@esd112.org

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.