Interpreter for Deaf / Hard of Hearing

Primary Purpose

To support the instructional program by facilitating communication for hearing impaired students by converting voice to sign and sign to voice in their assigned classroom(s) and school.

Educational/Certification Qualifications

• High School diploma (or equivalent) required.
• All Elementary Paraeducators must be Highly Qualified (48+ college hours Or college degree Or take/pass Highly Qualified Assessment).
• Certified in required form of manual communication (ASL, SEE, etc)

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior;
• Ability to present information one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students.

Experience

Job-related experience is desired.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the direction of the licensed staff member for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Administer, under supervision, first aid and assistance to medically fragile children (e.g., tube feeding, toileting, diapering, etc.) to provide the required care for assigned students.
• Absent field trips, extracurricular activities, sports events, etc. to provide interpreting services for the student and students participating.
• Absent a variety of meetings (e.g., staff meetings, in-services, workshops, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and conveying information relevant to job functions.
• Interpret in meetings and activities to provide communication between voice to sign and sign to voice for hearing-impaired individuals.
• Instruct hearing-impaired students, individually or small groups, under the supervision of the teacher to implement goals and improve student success by the conversion of language to SEE or ASL.
• Assist in the implementation of instructional plans designed by the IEP team for the purpose of presenting and reinforcing learning concepts previously presented by a licensed staff member.
• Maintain instructional materials, files, and records and ensure the availability of items, providing written references, and recording progress towards IEP goals and objectives.
• Monitor students during assigned periods within a variety of environments (e.g., classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, community, etc.) supporting a safe and positive learning environment.
• Ride school bus with students, as needed, to and from school to provide interpreting services.
• Communicate with a variety of individuals (e.g., supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, etc.) for the purpose of implementing IEP objectives and assisting in evaluating progress.
• Model desired behaviors (e.g., conversation, manners, cleaning activities, listening, everyday interactions, etc.) for students in multiple settings.
• Report incidents for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to state law and school policies as a mandated reporter.
• Able to learn, understand, and reteach appropriate curriculum to meet student needs.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality as appropriate in order to comply with district, state, and federal laws.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Posture: prolonged standing; frequent walking, pushing/pulling, occasional kneeling/squatting, occasional bending/stooping.
• Motion: frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; significant use of hands and fine motor dexterity.
• Lifting: occasional light lifting and carrying (up to 20 pounds).
• Environment: primarily indoors; some outdoor student supervision.
• Mental demands: work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; solve problems; make decisions and be flexible.

Absence

Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality as required by the Board of Education policies and regulations.

Clearances

Background check and current TB test