JOB TITLE:   Deaf Education Interpreter

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

FUNDING SOURCE: 435 RDSPD                                  

REPORTS TO:  Supervisor of the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf

PAY GRADE:  Paraprofessional 075                  

DUTY DAYS:  187 Days

DATE REVISED:  March 10, 2023

 

A Letter of Assurance will be issued for this position.

 

 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:   Facilitate clear and effective communication by interpreting and transliterating in sign (using the student’s preferred mode of communication) to and for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students in the academic setting.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Minimum Education/Certification: 

• High School Diploma or GED, Required
• Valid certification as interpreter granted by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) (Level 1-5, Basic, Advanced & Master)
• Must meet one of the following:
  • Associates Degree OR 60 credit hours from an accredited institution of higher learning

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL), PSE, CASE, and/or Signing Exact English (SEE)
• Knowledge of Deaf culture, and Deafness

• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to clearly interpret or transliterate information for staff and students during following (but not limited to): classroom lectures, school related programs, assemblies, testing environments, and ARD Committee meetings using sign language systems and/or language such as PSE, ASL, or SEE.
  • Ability to accurately voice interpret information for staff and students during the following (but not limited to): classroom lectures, school related programs, assemblies, testing environments, and ARD Committee meetings using sign language systems and/or language such as PSE, ASL, or SEE. 
  • Ability to match the preferred method of communication of student and staff.
• Knowledge of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work with students and adults who are Deaf/hard of hearing.
• Ability to accurately site translate
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively to groups
• Ability to arrive on time to each assignment/class/activity
• Ability to be mobile and have own transportation
  • Knowledge of general office equipment

Minimum Experience: 

 

Experience working directly with adults or children that are Deaf or Hard of hearing.   

Experience working with children/students, parents, or persons with disabilities.

Experience working in an academic setting, Preferred

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DUTIES:

Instructional Support

1. Interpret in educational settings including classrooms, co-curricular activities, school-related programs and meetings, conferences, staff development, and other situations.
2. Attend and interpret Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings as needed.
3. Tutor Deaf/Hard of hearing students under the direction of RDSPD classroom teacher.
4. Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each Deaf/Hard of hearing student’s communication needs.
5. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned students.

Student Management

1. Help supervise Deaf/Hard of hearing students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
2. Help manage Deaf/Hard of hearing student behavior including intervening in crisis situations when necessary.

Other

1. Help maintain RDSPD administrative records and prepare required reports.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
4. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
5. Arrive on time to assigned classes/meetings/activities
6. Only performs duties related to the State Deaf grant 100%; All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: 

 

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment, adaptive equipment

Posture: Prolonged siting and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment. May be required to lift or transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities

 

Environment:

Possible exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases. Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

 

 

Mental Demands:

Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and sign language)

Maintain emotional control under stress

Maintain professionalism with all staff members

 

Safety:  Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidents immediately to the supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

 

The information in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Preceding statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

This is an in-person position.  Work from home is not allowed unless approved by the Superintendent.

 

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.