What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interpreters for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) position at Milton C. Porter Education Center?
SUMMARY:
To assist deaf and hard of hearing students in the learning process.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must meet State of Michigan interpreter standards
• EIPA Requirements for interpreters working in elementary settings (birth - grade 6):
• Earn a score of at least 4.0.
• Pass an approved written assessment if the 4.0 has been earned after August 31, 2016
• Possess an elementary endorsement. An interpreter who only has a
secondary endorsement cannot work in an elementary settings
• EIPA Requirements for interpreters working in secondary settings (grade 7 -
age 26):
• Earn a score of at least 4.0.
• Pass an approved written assessment if the 4.0 is earned after August 31, 2018.
• Possess an elementary or secondary endorsement.
Preferred:
• Experience working as an interpreter in an educational setting
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, and REGISTRATIONS
• Must meet State of Michigan interpreter standards
• EIPA Requirements for interpreters working in elementary settings (birth - grade 6):
• Earn a score of at least 4.0.
• Pass an approved written assessment if the 4.0 has been earned after August 31, 2016
• Possess an elementary endorsement. An interpreter who only has a secondary endorsement cannot
work in an elementary setting.
• EIPA Requirements for interpreters working in secondary settings (grade 7 - age 26):
• Earn a score of at least 4.0.
• Pass an approved written assessment if the 4.0 is earned after August 31, 2018.
• Possess an elementary or secondary endorsement.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
As necessary to support assigned students; wages as per Interpreter schedule
Hourly, Non-Exempt
ROLE DESCRIPTION
The Lenawee Intermediate School District (LISD) Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. For more details including policies and contact information please visit the following: www.lisd.us/eoe