Interpreter, Educational Lvl 1

Summary:
The Educational Interpreter, Level 1, will faithfully and equitably facilitate communication between hearing individuals and individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, including but not limited to, students, administrators, staff, teachers, service providers, parents, and peers within the educational environment. The Educational Interpreter, Level 1, will collaborate with the educational team to promote and sustain equal access during all interpreted material.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:

· Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.

· Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.

· Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.

· Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities:
· Provides interpreting or transliterating services to students who are deaf/hard of hearing at one or more sites, using the appropriate mode of communication as specified by the student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP). Activities requiring the services of the interpreter include, but are not limited to, lectures, field trips, discussions, films, other media, club meetings, speech therapy, and special projects.

· Provides interpreting or transliterating services for school functions and activities that may include consumers other than the students who are deaf. Activities requiring the services of the interpreter include, but are not limited to, parent-teacher conferences, IEP meetings, athletic practices and events, and performances.

· Prepares and reviews for interpreting or transliterating services by becoming familiar with academic materials, concepts, and vocabulary and by suggesting appropriate accommodations for student needs.

· Participates as a member of the educational team and may provide field-specific technical assistance to the school staff and administrators. Updates appropriate members of the educational team regarding student performance.

· Interprets for the students or classrooms assigned by the supervisor or supervisor’s designee.

· Exhibits ability to identify and match language needs of consumers.

· Adheres to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)/National Association of the Deaf (NAD) Code of Professional Conduct and/or Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) Guidelines for Professional Conduct, including confidentiality, conduct, and professionalism.

· Maintains appropriate professional interpreting credentials and field-specific professional development.

· Attends in-service programs and meetings as directed.

· Demonstrates continued interest in self-improvement regarding interpreting skills and general understanding of the educational process.

· Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information:
Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Accepts criticism and feedback. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.

Continuous Learning: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Seeks feedback to improve performance. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others.

Cooperation: Establishes and maintains effective relations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts.

Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.


Experience: Educational Interpreting experience preferred.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Attended Interpreter Training Program or passed the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)/National Interpreter Certification (NIC) written exam. EIPA score of 3.0 – 3.4. Member of Registry Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (must provide proof of membership annually).

Language Skills: Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Speaks effectively before groups of individuals.

Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, talking, hearing, near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.

Lifting Demands: Up to 55 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 4, loud.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must be fluent in English and the appropriate heritage language (specifically American Sign Language), demonstrating mastery in reading/writing skills as well. Conducts

oneself in the best interest of students, executes sound and accurate judgement in decision-making process. Includes appropriate members of educational team in such decisions.