2025-26 EA2 - Interpreter, ASL - 271 Belvidere Bldg

General Information

General Information

Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is looking to hire a full-time EA2 - Interpreter, ASL for our 271 Belvidere Bldg in St. Paul, MN. We are aiming to fill this role in 2 - 4 weeks. Employees could be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Pension and accrue sick and vacation time.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Position Summary

Specialized services for students who Deaf or hard of hearing are provided in the educational setting as determined by the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP). Program responsibilities can include facilitation in the use of, and the production of American Sign Language (ASL), accommodations to the learning environment; implementation of specific instructional strategies, adaptations and modifications to the curriculum; and the use of assistive technology, augmentative communication devices and other supplemental aids. Deaf shall be used inclusively to refer to all students with hearing loss in need of ASL interpreting services, including D/deaf, hard of hearing, deaf/blind, deaf/disabled, and DeafPlus students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL); and
• An Associate's (or higher) degree, or two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a bachelor's degree, and
• Completion of a formal Interpreter Training Program (ITP) affiliated with an accredited institution, and;
• Hold a current interpreter/transliterator certification per Minnesota Statutes 122A.31.
• New graduates of an interpreter/transliterator program affiliated with an accredited educational institution will be considered if granted a two-year provisional certificate by the State of Minnesota Education Commissioner. During the two-year provisional period, the interpreter/transliterator must develop and implement an education plan in collaboration with a mentor and obtain the required certifications under the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 122A.31, Subdivision 1, relating to American Sign Language/English Interpreters.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in ASL Interpreting, Deaf Studies or related field.
• Experience working in urban schools with diverse student populations.
• Educational ASL interpreting experience in urban school, diverse populations.
• Knowledge of IEP processes and educational accommodations for students with hearing loss.
• Experience with mentoring provisionally certified ASL interpreters and willingness to act in that role.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong receptive and expressive American Sign Language skills.
• Understanding of Deaf culture, identity, and diverse communication skills.
• Knowledge of educational interpreting and the social-emotional needs of Deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Ability to modify interpreting techniques based on the student's language level, cognitive ability, and instructional context.
• Basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics.
• Ability to develop good relationships with students and staff.
• Ability to relate to students with warmth, friendliness and understanding, including sensitivity to the needs of others.
• Effective team member, possessing strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt, and complete tasks on time and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in multiple communication techniques with Deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Ability to articulate basic information regarding communication methods, types of hearing losses, and the sociology of the Deaf community.
• Ability to articulate the differences inherent to interpreting in an educational setting as compared with other types of interpreter tasks and settings.
• Ability to adapt interpreting style, language, and mode to best fit the needs of students.
• Ability to maintain professional and ethical boundaries aligned with the interpreter Code of Professional Conduct.
• Ability to explain and defend the use of the Code of Professional Conduct of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and/or the National Association of the Deaf Code of Ethics.
  
  

Essential Job Functions

The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

• Interpretation for Deaf students in a variety of situations, facilitating communication and access among instructors, Deaf students, hearing students, and other staff.
• Interpret for Deaf students and Deaf staff in any school program activities including, but not limited to, school meetings, club meetings, job interviews, on-the-job training, travel instruction, field trips, work-based learning sites, support groups, phone calls, special classes, workshops and conferences.
• Collaborate with teachers to understand lesson plans, vocabulary, and context for accurate interpretation.
• Prepare for interpreting assignments by analyzing and rehearsing vocabulary and content related to varied courses.
• Monitor and adapt interpreting style and approach to support both language development and student independence.
• Assist in delivering individualized support aligned with Deaf students¿ IEPs, including tutoring or note taking for Deaf students, under the direction of licensed deaf/hard of hearing staff.
• Collaborate and communicate with team members to support students¿ access, language, and learning needs.
• Participate in IEP meetings as a team member, staff meetings and team planning sessions when requested or required.
• Participate in professional development required to attain and/or maintain current ASL interpreter certification as defined under Minnesota Statutes 122A.31, Subdivision 1, relating to American Sign Language/English Interpreters and associated Minnesota Department of Education memos related to ASL interpreter certification and credentials, including mentoring for provisional interpreters.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality in accordance with FERPA, IDEA, and professional interpreter ethics.
• Performing other related duties as assigned, excluding personal cares.
• Participate in weekly mentoring for non-certified interpreters.
  
  

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

This is a 10 month position working 37.5 hours per week.

Pay range for this position is: $21.94 - $32.02 EA1

Pay range for this position is: $25.04 - $39.31 EA2

Maximum hiring step EA1 = step fourteen (14)

Maximum hiring step EA2 = step fifteen (15)

The full salary schedule is listed in the Teachers contract. Salary information for this job posting can be found on the Labor Agreements page and by selecting the "Educational Assistants" Labor agreement.

Benefit information for this position can be found on the Benefits Summaries page and by selecting the "Educational Assistants (EA) Full Time" link.

How To Apply

To be considered further, please apply for this position and attach a resume and cover letter to your online application.

The Human Resource Department will review your application materials and contact you regarding the next steps.

To attach additional documents to your online application, click on the "Additional Attachments" link from the applicant homepage and upload your documents as attachments. Valid file extensions for attaching a document include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.

Other Information

Transcript - Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.

Veteran's Preference - If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.

Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks - Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.

Regular and reliable attendance.

May be exposed to various cleaning products.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

EQUITY STATMENT

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.