FTE ASL Interpreter

Join to apply for the 1.0 FTE ASL Interpreter (3 positions) role at BRANDON VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT 49-2.

• A current NAD or RID certificate;
• An assessment score of 3.5 or higher on the EIPA performance test obtained not more than five years prior to the date of initial registration; or
• A South Dakota interpreter certificate obtained within the previous year and the required contact hours pursuant to subdivision 46:31:02:04(2).

• Auditory oral skills.
• Experience working with children in a school setting (preferred).
• Ability to adapt information, language, and curriculum to individual learning style.
• Ability to work as a collaborative team member.
• Knowledge of behavior management and inclusion.
• Creative, energetic, flexible, and patient.

Reports to:

Supervising Teacher, Principal and Director of Special Services.

• Use a variety of communication methods (ASL, voice, gestures, print) to facilitate communication between the student, peers, and staff.
• As directed by case manager, provide support/tutoring to the student in academic, vocational skills and/or community settings as outlined in the Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Provide ASL instruction to staff and peers.
• Assist teachers/administration with duties that contribute to the enhancement of the school environment while not interfering with the primary duty of interpreting.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Salary, benefits, and terms to be established by the Board of Education.
• Evaluation:
  Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s policy on evaluation of classified staff.