Interpreter Deaf Co-Op (RDSPD) 2026-2027

Job Overview

The Interpreter Deaf Co-Op (RDSPD) will participate as a member of the educational team as interpreter for the deaf to successfully interpret/translate for the deaf/hearing impaired and assist teachers in the classroom in order to provide educational opportunities to ensure student success.

Position Description

• Interpret/translate for individuals with hearing impairment in instructional settings
• Prepare for interpreting assignments by study of subject matter and sign language vocabulary
• Aid in providing information about deafness and the role of the educational interpreter
• Participate as a member of the educational team to review assigned student/classroom information and provide input and/or attend educational team meetings
• Attend district provided professional development courses related to educational interpreting and/or education for the deaf
• Assist RDSPD teachers with materials and provide clerical duties as assigned
• Provide lunchroom supervision and supervise student rest periods (as appropriate to educational setting)

Qualification Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree or higher related to interpreting or the field of deaf/hard of hearing preferred
• Certificate in interpreting for the deaf issued by the Texas Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (BEI) or the Registry of Interpreters (RID)
• Experience working with children preferred
• Have a working knowledge of the Code of Ethics established by the Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf and endorsed by Texas Division of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms
• Occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties
• May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress

Additional Information

• This position is funded by grant funds
• This position may be discontinued if grant funds are no longer available