What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASL Interpreter Assistant position at JEFFERSON COUNTY SD 509J?
START DATE: January 5, 2026
HOURS: Flexible set hours - between 4 to 7 per day
HOURS: Flexible set hours - between 4 to 7 per day
LOCATION: Madras High School
EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION
Jefferson County School District is committed to seeing every student realize their full potential while receiving a top-tier education. Our small Central Oregon community is rich in culture and beauty, providing some of the greatest assets Oregon has to offer. You’ll find breathtaking views, an abundance of outdoor activities and plenty of unique and enriching community events. It’s the perfect place to make an impact on the world, one student at a time.
POSITION SUMMARY
The primary purpose of this position is to help deaf and hard of hearing students to ensure accessibility to education.
POSITION SUMMARY
The primary purpose of this position is to help deaf and hard of hearing students to ensure accessibility to education.
JOB SCOPE
The ASL assistant performs simultaneous interpretation of spoken language and sign language for deaf and hard of hearing students (spoken English into sign language and voicing sign language into English) within the classroom and during school-related functions/activities. Provide re-teaching/tutoring and other academic and classroom support as directed under the direction of the classroom teacher.
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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE (Minimum Qualifications)
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience and/or familiarity with expressive and receptive American Sign Language. A successful applicant might be an individual who used ASL in the home or who began but may not have completed a program.
- Successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, and/or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to equity and strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population
- Reliable transportation
- Have standards of moral character as required of all Oregon licensed educators (OAR 584-005-0005).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 1-2 years experience working as an ASL Assistant in a K-12 school district.
COMPENSATION
- Wage Schedule:$19.61 - $25.10 per hour
- Work days: 180 (10 months)
- Medical, dental and vision insurance ** Only eligible for benefits if candidate works 6 or more hours per day.
- Life insurance, AD&D, Long term disability included (Optional insurances available)
- Personal and Sick days
- JCSD 509-J pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution
APPLICATION PROCEDURES Interested candidates are required to apply at the following link: http://jeffersonco.tedk12.com/hire to complete our online application which requires including a letter of interest and current resume.
Visit our website at:https://www.jcsd.k12.or.us/
Jefferson County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Employment contingent upon a successful outcome of Fingerprinting and Background check. (The $82.50 fee associated with criminal history record checks & fingerprinting, shall be the responsibility of the individual at the time of hire.)
Visit our website at:https://www.jcsd.k12.or.us/
Jefferson County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Salary : $20 - $25