SE Certified Interpreter - RDSPD

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Interpreter RDSPD Wage/Hour: Exempt

Reports to: Special Education, RDSPD Coordinator Pay Grade: AP01, 187 Days

Dept./School: Special Education Date Revised: December 2025

Primary Purpose: Serve as a member of the educational team who acts as a communication link between Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH) students and their peers, teachers, and school staff members who provide instruction and direction to the student. Act as a facilitator of communication between the students and the mainstream teachers by providing a complete auditory link for students when appropriate and possible. The work requires flexibility to meet changing and unforeseen situations, sensitivity in balancing the need for information and privacy, working largely independently, and reporting to the principal or Coordinator for the RDSPD if problems arise. The interpreter will also assist in planning and implementing the students' Individual Educational Plan (IEP).

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED equivalent Interpreter certification granted by RID or BEI BEI - SEE Certification preferred Graduate from an accredited interpreter training program

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to interpret in an educational setting (at all levels) An understanding of an interpreter's role across different educational settings An understanding and compliance of RID Professional Code of Conduct Command of English and the sign language syste m(s) and vocabulary utilized by the students and the educational program Strong receptive and expressive skills in ASL and SEE Basic knowledge of hearing loss and its implications for the education setting Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to work effectively with others and to follow directions Ability to promote independent skills and self-advocacy with students Ability to interpret/transliterate ARDs and assessments Ability to speak effectively to groups

Experience: Minimum of one year of experience interpreting in a K-12 setting preferred Experience of 2 years credit will be awarded for each level above Basic Level certification Experience using SEE System of Communication preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Support:

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

2. Interpret/Transliterate all voice, all communication/discussion between students and teachers. Division of Human Resources

3. Render the message faithfully, conveying the content and spirit of the speaker, using Signing Exact English, American Sign Language, etc.

4. Discuss major difficulties with the educational team responsible for the student's educational programs.

5. Perform assigned tasks under the general supervision of a certified teacher or teaching team.

6. Meet with the classroom teachers on a regular basis in regard to the communication needs of the students.

7. Prepare for interpreting assignments by studying content areas, lesson plans, outlines, etc.

8. Assist in the preparation use and care of instructional materials and educational media specific (to include communication devices).

Student Management:

9. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
10. Encourage student participation during interactions with peer groups and teachers.
11. Be familiar with and follow student's IEP goals to work with the education team in providing services.
12. Assist the teacher in implementing the educational program by working with individual students or small groups on specifically designed programmed or precise units of instruction.
13. Assist in establishing and maintaining high standards of student conduct by following the steps of the behavior management plan, including intervening in crisis situations when necessary.
14. Interpret lectures, discussions, questions, and answers so that individuals or groups of students who are deaf or hard of hearing may participate in classroom and extracurricular activities.
15. Perform voice interpreting by converting and verbalizing manual signs for the teacher.
16. Establish, in conjunction with the teacher, a physical setting within the classroom for communication interaction.
17. Escort students to various areas on campus as needed to provide access to communication.
18. Monitor student understanding and comprehension of materials, directives, and assignments.
19. Provide a positive, calm, and consistent learning environment for students.

Professionalism, Morale, and Team Building within the department and campuses (Based on feedback & observations):

20. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance and to meet program expectations as described in the RDSPD Quality Indicator Notebook.
21. Uphold district expectations as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
22. Exhibit poise, self-control, and accept constructive criticism.
23. Exhibit a positive attitude toward others. Treat other staff with respect and dignity.
24. Interact with others effectively and respond to customer needs in a courteous, respectful manner.
25. Maintain confidentiality.
26. Work collaboratively with the Special Education Department to develop a common vision of excellence and to ensure attainment of team, department, and district goals.

Other

27. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping Motion: Repetitive hand motions; moderate walking Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (15 pounds or less) Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

EEOC Statement: Hays Consolidated I.S.D. will not discriminate against any person in employment or exclude any person from participating in or receiving benefits of any of its activities or programs on any basis prohibited on the bases of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any

other non-merit based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Positions are extended annually based upon availability of funding. Signature of acknowledgement indicates a receipt of aforementioned information.

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