QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree preferred (related to interpreting or the field of deafness preferred)
- Valid certification in interpreting issued either by the Board of Evaluation of Interpreters or the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf. Advanced BEI certification preferred.
- Knowledge of the educational interpreter role and RID Code of Professional Conduct.
- Possess the ability to write routine reports and correspondence in a professional manner.
- Possess the ability to read and interpret educational documents
- Possess the ability to develop and provide quality staff development opportunities for interpreters and non-certified staff and conduct interpreter evaluations
- Demonstrate knowledge of various communication modalities used by the deaf and hard of hearing
- Demonstrate knowledge of Special Education laws and regulations
- Previous experience supervising or mentoring interpreters preferred
- Experience coordinating services across multiple campuses preferred
- 3-5 years of experience of educational interpreting
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Annual Contract: 197 days
SALARY:
$51,617 (IA-1)
Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year
Stipend
Level I, CI/CT, SC, IC/TC, NIC: $7,375
Level II, CI/CT, SC, IC/TC, NIC: $8,375
Level III or Advanced (BEI or NIC): $9,375
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develop and provide staff development courses to promote professional growth and training in the interpreting or transliterating process and the role of an educational interpreter.
- Prepare and submit Continued Education Units applications for credit as required by the certification governing body (The Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services - DHHS).
- Evaluate, observe, and provide prompt oral and written feedback for interpreters and support staff (non-certified staff) to improve upon skills.
- Verify and complete first approval of extra duty interpreter time sheets.
- Establish a strong network with local universities and community colleges, interpreter ties to the Deaf community, and interpreter agencies for recruiting purposes.
- Participate and provide input in the local Interpreter Training Program Advisory Committee.
- Develop and provide presentations on the role of the educational interpreter to district and non-district personnel as needed.
- Work directly with non-certified staff to prepare for their Basic BEI test through mentoring, modeling and assisting with development of their skills on a monthly basis.
- Schedule/coordinate interpreters for extracurricular activities and any other interpreting needs as necessary.
- Attend and interpret Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD)/Individualize Education Plan (IEP) committee meetings and Full and Individual Evaluations for the RDSPD as needed.
- Be informed, monitor and report to the Coordinator of the NWHCC any information pertinent to the interpreter needs of students in the cooperative program.
- Maintain current and accurate files on each interpreter and support staff in the NWHCC.
- Provide feedback to campus DHH Specialist on interpreter placement.
- Demonstrate professionalism, including confidentiality, in all interactions with administrators, teachers, staff, students, visitors, and/or individuals unfamiliar with the educational setting.
- Be available for consultation and interpreting needs should a crisis arise on a campus involving a student who is deaf or hard of hearing.
- Assist and provide feedback in interviewing and assessing interpreter and support staff applicants.
- Demonstrate understanding of assignment qualification.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the principal or Coordinator of Deaf Education or as determined by specific area of assignment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional
reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
DEADLINE TO APPLY:
Until filled
Applications will be reviewed
Not all applicants will be interviewed
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