Educational Interpreter (Sign Language)

Primary Tasks & Major Activities

• Provide interpreting and/or translating services for deaf population and hearing population in the educational environment.
• Facilitate communication through the use of sign language, spoken English, cultural mediation, and knowledge about accessibility.
• Use a mixture of American Sign Language (ASL), Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), and Pidgin Signed English (PSE) to facilitate communication and provide access throughout the school day.
• Interpret within: social and academic settings, direct and overheard conversations, class instruction, lectures, tests, assemblies, field trips, extra-curricular activities, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Provide requested information to the IEP team regarding students' skills regarding use of interpreting services.
• Prepare course material and assist with accommodations and captioning as needed.
• Maintain professionalism in all settings.

Educational/Skills/Experience Required

• Prefer a certified, licensed sign language interpreter.
• Individual should be experienced in using a mixture of American Sign Language (ASL), Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), and Pidgin Signed English (PSE) to facilitate communication and provide access throughout the school day.
• At least sixty (60) college credit hours preferred.
• Previous experience in an educational setting strongly preferred.
• Must show evidence of current professional credentials certified by the Commission for the Deaf and licensed by the Division of Professional Registration if available.
• Willingness to understand and support the District's Continuous School Improvement Plan.

Application Procedure

Please apply online at http://www.nixapublicschools.net. Contact HR@nixaschools.net or (417) 724-6270 for assistance.