American Sign Language 1:1 Interpreter

For School Year 2025-2026 183- Work Day Calendar Hourly Pay Rate: $27.27 (Salary placement is based on experience.) Click on the following link to view the full pay range on the ESP Salary Schedule: https://www.hsd2.org/our-district/financial-transparency Job Summary: The 1:1 ASL Interpreter provides direct sign language interpreting services to a student who is Deaf/Hard of Hearing in accordance with their Individualized Education Program (IEP). The interpreter ensures full access to the academic curriculum, peer and staff communication, and all school-related activities. This role is integral to the student's educational and social-emotional success in both general education and specialized settings. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Interpret spoken English into American Sign Language (ASL) and signed communication into spoken English for the assigned student across all academic subjects and school activities. Support full participation in classroom instruction, group work, one-on-one teaching, specials (PE, Art, etc.), field trips, and assemblies. Provide visual access and environmental cues to support student understanding and engagement. Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, and related service providers to ensure effective instructional access and accommodations. Assist in fostering student independence by adjusting level of support appropriately based on task, context, and student needs. Promote self-advocacy skills by encouraging the student to request clarification or seek help as needed. Assist in fostering student independence by adjusting level of support appropriately based on task, context, and student needs. Perform other duties as assigned. Education, Training and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or higher preferred. Experience in K�12 educational settings. Familiarity with IEP processes and special education accommodations. Experience working with school-age students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing. Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at a professional interpreting level (required). Knowledge of Deaf culture and the linguistic needs of D/HH students. Oral and written communication in English and Spanish, strong interpersonal, basic math, keyboarding, personal computer, word processing, organization, coordination, research and problem-solving skills. Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of 3.5 or higher OR valid RID certification. CPR and First Aid preferred. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Basic English, writing and communication skills. Basic knowledge of computers and office equipment. Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required. Note: Applicants who upload a copy of their transcripts or certifications to their application may choose to redact any dates included on the transcripts or certifications, including date of birth and dates of attendance/graduation/completion. An un-redacted copy will be requested if an employment offer is extended. In addition, submitted resum�s may also exclude dates of attendance or graduation for high school and/or post-secondary education. Application Procedure: Click on the red "Apply" button to complete an online application, you must apply to each position that is of interest to you. FLSA: Non-Exempt

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