Deaf Education Interpreter; SY - Special Education

Position: Deaf Education Interpreter (26-27 SY) - Special Education
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

* Interpret in educational settings including classrooms, co-curricular activities, school-related programs and meetings, conferences, staff development, and other situations.

* Attend and interpret Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings as needed.

* Tutor Deaf/Hard of hearing students under the direction of RDSPD classroom teacher.

* Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each Deaf/Hard of hearing student's communication needs.

* Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned students.

Student Management

* Help supervise Deaf/Hard of hearing students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

* Help manage Deaf/Hard of hearing student behavior including intervening in crisis situations when necessary.

Other

* Help maintain RDSPD administrative records and prepare required reports.

* Maintain confidentiality.

* Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

* Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

* Arrive on time to assigned classes/meetings/activities

* 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…