Sign Language Interpreter Salary
$35.98 - $44.58 Hourly
Location: Within the boundaries of the Long Beach Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Full-Time, 10 months
Job Number: 26-0071-5214
Department: Special Education, 3rd Floor
Opening Date: February 12, 2026
Closing Date: March 5, 2026, 4:30 PM Pacific
Description:
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Job Summary:
PLEASE NOTE: In order to be considered for the position you must submit Official Transcripts or your degree to the Personnel Commission Office. Additionally, you will need to submit valid certification issued by the Registry of Interpreter for the Deaf or equivalent. The equivalent must have a score of 4.0 higher to be qualified. Current position is an 81.3% FTE position (approximately 32.5 hours per week), 10-months.
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, provide sign language interpreting services to deaf and hard of hearing individuals to facilitate communication between students, staff, parents, teachers and others; independently interpret complex subject matter, educational concepts and special events in a variety of settings; perform related duties as assigned.
Examples of Duties:
• Provide sign language interpreting services to deaf and hard of hearing individuals to facilitate communication between students, staff, parents, teachers and others; serve as a resource regarding the deaf and hard of hearing community and culture and the role of interpreters.
• Serve as an interpreter in a variety of settings such as classrooms, assemblies, theatrical performances, sporting events, meetings, conferences, after school programs, field trips, special events, vocational trainings, workshops and emergency situations.
• Interpret during classroom and other activities including lectures and discussions, non-captioned visuals, story readings, plays and public address announcements; utilize a register range appropriate to the setting and intent of the speaker.
• Provide expressive and receptive interpretation and transliteration in American Sign Language, manually coded signed English systems and voicing into English for deaf and hard of hearing students, District staff, parents and others.
• Communicate with students utilizing the mode of communication best suited to their needs in accordance with Individualized Education Plans (IEP); participate in IEP meetings as requested; confer with District staff regarding student progress and other concerns; maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
• Review textbooks and academic materials to prepare for interpreting; confer with teachers regarding environmental changes to enhance instruction and modification of assignments for students; operate audio-visual equipment as needed.
• Reinforce instructional concepts and assure student understanding of classroom instruction and related materials; interpret student questions, comments and responses to teachers.
• Encourage and guide students to focus on assigned tasks, be involved in learning activities, and become self-reliant; assist students with and demonstrate use of auditory equipment as needed.
• Observe and record information regarding student behavior, progress and other significant data as assigned.
• Assist with monitoring classroom, outdoor, playground, field trips and other activities to assure the safety of students.
• Interpret for deaf and hard of hearing District staff and others at meetings, trainings and other events where interpretation is needed.
• Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, conferences, workshops and in-service trainings to maintain current knowledge of field of specialty.
Special Requirements:
Some positions in this classification may require the use of personal automobile and the possession of a valid California Class C drivers license.
Employment Standards:
Knowledge of:
• Expressive and receptive interpretation and transliteration in American Sign Language, manually coded signed English systems and voicing into English. • Concerns of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. • Basic concepts of child development, age appropriate behaviors and classroom management techniques. • Equipment utilized by the deaf and hard of hearing. • Subjects taught in schools such as arts, literature, mathematics, history and science. • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. • Correct oral and written usage of English. • Ability to: • Provide sign language interpreting services to deaf and hard of hearing individuals to facilitate communication. • Provide expressive and receptive interpretation and transliteration in American Sign Language, manually coded signed English systems and voicing into English. • Encourage and guide students to focus on assigned tasks, be involved in learning activities and to become self-reliant. • Maintain a continuing relationship with students and staff over a prolonged period. • Understand and relate to deaf and hard of hearing individuals. • Direct students into safe activities and encourage positive relationships. • Oral and written communication skills. • Work independently with little direction. • Meet schedules and timelines. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information. • Work collaboratively as an educational team member.
Education and Training:
Consistent with the No Child Left Behind Act of 2002 and other related legislation, candidates for this classification must meet the following standards:
• The equivalent of graduation from high school and one of the following:
Experience:
Valid certification issued by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or equivalent. The following certifications are recognized by the State with a score of level 4.0 or above:
• National Association of the Deaf (NAD) • American Consortium of Certified Interpreters (ACCI) • Educational Interpreters Performance Assessment (EIPA) • Educational Sign Skills Evaluation (ESSE) • Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
Nondiscrimination Statement:
The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, or bullying, targeted at any student or employee by anyone, based on the student or employees actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy and related conditions, parental status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach, Director of Employee Relations, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8220, srockenbach@lbschools.net and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton, Director of Human Resource Services, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8108, kdalton@lbschools.net and 504 Coordinator: Jenny R. Acosta, Program Administrator, 2221 Argonne Ave, LB 90815, 562-986-6870, JRAcosta@lbschools.net
Selection Procedure:
The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following:
• Screening of the applicants training, background, and experience; • Evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; • Written examination(s); • Qualifications appraisal or examination; • Performance examination; • Technical oral examination, scored on a job-related basis.
Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.
Benefits:
The District provides excellent medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits as well as an income protection plan for eligible Classified employees. For more information regarding health benefits, please visit: https://www.lbschools.net/departments/personnel-commission/classified-benefits
Classified Employee Benefits:
Classified employees earn paid vacation at the initial rate of 14 days for full-time 12 month employees (.055 hour for each hour worked) and receive increases after 5, 10, and 15 years of service for a total of 21 days after 15 years. 12 month Classified employees earn 13 working days of sick leave each year which are accumulated indefinitely. Employees of other California school districts who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to LBUSD in accordance with the California Education Code. 12 month Classified employees receive 14 paid holidays per year.
Supplemental Questions:
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Please indicate below the number of units you have completed at an institution of higher education or the degree which you have earned. Completion of at least 2 years of study (48 semester units or 60 quarter units) is required for this position. Official transcripts or your degree must be submitted to the Personnel Commission office within 48 hours of submission of your application. If you do not have the required number of units you will be invited to take a structured written examination to satisfy the "No Child Left Behind" requirements.
Do you have valid certification issued by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or equivalent? (A copy of your certification must be attached or submitted to the Personnel Commission by the closing date of the recruitment.) This is a requirement of the position. Failure to hold valid certification will result in the disqualification of your application.
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