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Collaborate with other members of the school community (e.g., general education teachers, special education teachers, caregivers, related service providers) to share information regarding students' progress and needs, as well as to ensure services are delivered in compliance with IEPs. Experience using one or more signing systems in an educational setting, including American Sign Language (ASL), Manually Coded English, Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), and/or Finger Spelling.

Job Description The STAGES Sign Language Interpreter -CONTRACTOR is responsible for interpreting or transliterating all academic content to allow students who are D/HH to access instruction, communicate with other members of the school community, and participate in school-based activities. The scope of services and supports provided by the Educational Interpreter will be determined by the students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The Educational Interpreter serves as a collaborative member of a team that supports students identified as D/HH in a virtual academic environment and are fluent in American Sign Language (ASL). The Sign Language Interpreter- Contractor may be asked to obtain licensure in multiple states and serve students across multiple schools. This is an Independent Consultant position (1099). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. <ul><li>Experience using one or more signing systems in an educational setting, including American Sign Language (ASL), Manually Coded English, Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE), and/or Finger Spelling</li><li>Interpret and transliterate content presented in the live, synchronous virtual academic setting as delineated in the assigned students' IEPs</li><li>Adapt language and materials to meet the individual needs of students with hearing loss</li><li>Collaborate with other members of the school community (e.g., general education teachers, special education teachers, caregivers, related service providers) to share information regarding students' progress and needs, as well as to ensure services are delivered in compliance with IEPs</li><li>Serve as an integral member of the IEP team and attend IEP meetings</li><li>Provide expressive and voice interpretation of classroom instruction, clarify curricular content, support work completion, and provide language support in small groups or during one-on-one interactions</li><li>Interpret for school activities outside of the virtual classroom, extracurricular activities, and meetings with caregivers</li><li>Adhere to professional standards as outlined in the Code of Ethics of the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf</li><li>Serve as a liaison between students who are D/HH, hearing peers, staff, community members, and/or caregivers</li><li>Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, caregivers, and school staff</li><li>Be available to students, caregivers, and staff during designated work hours</li><li>Work from a professional home office environment, conducive to video and audio needs and a structured schedule</li><li>Must be self-motivated, dependable, creative, and passionate about meeting the needs of students</li><li>Prior experience supporting students identified as D/HH in the academic environment is desired but not required.</li></ul> Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 1 year experience interpreting in educational environment and Minimum 1 year experience providing interpreting services virtually Certificates and Licenses: National Interpreter Certification issued by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and/or State specific educational interpreter licensure DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: <ul><li>Ability to work independently, with availability during typical school hours of at least 20 hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9 - 5 as defined by the school and time zone</li><li>Strong content and subject-matter knowledge</li><li>An ability to support and guide adults as well as students</li><li>Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators</li><li>Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes</li><li>Ability to create and deliver staff development</li><li>Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Strong organizational and time management skills</li><li>Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms</li><li>MS365 Proficient</li><li>Ability to clear required background check</li></ul> WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is remote and open to residents of the 50 states and D.C. This is an Independent Consultant position (1099). Job Type

Stride, Inc.

STAGES Sign Language Interpreter- Contractor

Academic Background

American Sign Language

Background Investigation

Certification Evaluation

Coaching

Communication Skills

Consulting

English Language

Hearing Impairment

Language Interpreter

Organizational Skills

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Sign Language

Signed English

Special Education

Staff Development

Team Player

Time Management

Training/Teaching

Writing Skills

Broadbean

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I understand that information on this application may be subject to investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material omission, including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible register, and/or subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or dismissal from state service. Provide interpreting services in a variety of settings assigned by interpreting coordinators such as staff meetings, IEP meetings, student evaluations and assessments, and staff training.

Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location : Baton Rouge, LA Job Type: Unclassified Job Number: SSD2025/SAG/213549 Department: SSC Special School District Opening Date: 10/02/2025 Closing Date: Continuous About this Job Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities. The Louisiana Special Schools are experiencing a critical shortage of certified teachers, school counselors, interpreters and educators of the Deaf or hard of hearing. The LA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF is seeking an AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER This is an Unclassified Full-time position Must be willing to work flexible shifts and days. Travel, after school, night and weekend work may be required. Interpreters will provide equal access between Deaf and hearing individuals using American Sign Language. The employee must be able to perform these assigned duties without significant risk of substantial harm to his/her own safety/security and the safety/security of others. The Louisiana Special Schools do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in our programs and activities, and we provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination may be referred to Mary Gloston, Human Resources Director at mgloston@lsvi.org RELEASE OF ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION INFORMATION: La. R.S. 17:3884(D) requires that any school board wishing to hire a person who has been assessed or evaluated pursuant to the Children First Act, La. R.S. 17:3871, et seq., whether that person is already employed by that school system or not, shall request such person's assessment and evaluation results as part of the application process. Please be advised that, as part of the mandated process, your previous assessment and evaluation results will be requested. You have the opportunity to apply, review the information received, and provide any response or information you deem appropriate. Physical Activity Level: The employee must be able to perform assigned duties without significant risk of substantial harm to his/her own safety/security and the safety/security of others. Some work is performed in physically comfortable positions with little or light physical effort, and some work requires moderate effort. Physical requirements are subject to reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA standards. There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. Specific information about this job will be provided to you in the interview process, should you be selected. No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the 'Application Status' link after logging into their account. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official State application. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application or faxed to (225) 763-5523. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire. Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>Possession of Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certificate of Interpreting (CI) or Certificate of Transliterating (CT) or National Interpreter Certificate (NIC). </li><li>Bachelor's degree and 2 years of full-time paid certified interpreting experience in a wide range of settings. </li><li>Within 30 days of appointment, must possess education ancillary certificate issued by LDOE or ancillary grandfathered certificate. </li><li>Within six months of appointment, must possess Advanced Plus Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) rating and achieve Superior rating within the first 2 years of employment. The minimum acceptable SPLI level for effective job performance is Superior. </li><li>Good human relations skills. </li><li>Must become an LSDVI approved driver. </li></ul>Job Specification see Job Duties below. Job Duties and Other Information Professional Responsibilities<ul><li>Complies with school system policies and school philosophy and programs. </li><li>Exhibits knowledge of special education rules and regulations associated with implementation of state and federal laws. </li><li>Exhibits understanding of special needs children, especially the Deaf /Hard of hearing children served by the school. </li><li>Demonstrates knowledge of child growth and development. </li><li>Maintains professional relationships with professional associates, students, the community, and state and local agencies demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal skills. </li><li>Demonstrates appropriate and effective office management skills such as planning, organizing and implementing. </li></ul>Programmatic Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintains certification according to the guidelines established by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and the Louisiana Department of Education. </li><li>Advocates for the needs of the Deaf /Hard of hearing consumers. </li><li>Provides equal access between Deaf and Hard of hearing individuals for meetings involving employees and/or LSD students. </li><li>Provide interpreting services in a variety of settings assigned by interpreting coordinators such as staff meetings, IEP meetings, student evaluations and assessments, and staff training. </li><li>Maintains an interpreter role in all assignments. </li><li>Utilizes effective interpreting techniques. </li><li>Monitors, identifies and makes necessary modifications to fit the communication needs of the consumers. </li><li>Maintains the content and spirit of the speaker in all interpreting assignments. </li><li>Facilitates communication between all consumers without interjecting personal opinions or advice. </li><li>Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor, only when tasks do not conflict with the primary responsibility of interpreting. </li><li>Recognizes and follows the communication channels for other issues or concerns. </li><li>Attends professional development training as directed by the immediate supervisor. </li><li>Establishes annual professional growth goals and self-evaluation. </li><li>Provides mentoring assistance with interpreting interns. </li><li>Assists the Interpreting Coordinator in various duties as assigned by the Coordinator. </li></ul>Professional Conduct<ul><li>Reports observed and/or reported instances of child abuse as mandated in the SSD Student Safety- Reporting Abuse, Neglect, or Injury policy. </li><li>Maintains appropriate boundaries with SSD staff, students and/or clients per assignment. </li><li>Maintains positive relationships and boundaries according to RID CPC, Federal, State and DOE/SSD/LSDVI policies and procedures. </li><li>Maintains appropriate student-adult relationships and respects the individual worth and dignity of each student. </li><li>Maintains confidentiality of all assignment information, sharing information on a need-to-know basis with the IS Coordinator. </li><li>Exhibits ethical decision making according to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Professional Code of Conduct. </li><li>Exhibits a willingness to accept and use suggestions for improvement. </li><li>Exhibits initiative and recognizes and follows established communication channels. </li><li>Supports the teaming process outlined by Registry of Interpreters standards. </li><li>Uses time effectively. </li><li>Demonstrates reliability and punctuality in attendance and in meeting obligations. </li><li>Supports school programs and displays a positive attitude according to the RID Code of Professional Conduct. </li></ul> Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority. 01 I understand that information on this application may be subject to investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material omission, including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible register, and/or subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or dismissal from state service. <ul><li>Yes</li><li>No</li></ul> 02 Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge? If 'YES', give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A. 03 Please indicate all of the following you may possess, from the drop-down list below. Please scan and attach to your application: <ul><li>RID Certification of Interpreting (CI)</li><li>Certificate of Transliterating (CT)</li><li>National Interpreter Certificate (NIC)</li><li>EIPA 4.0 or higher</li><li>EIPA written test</li></ul> 04 Please indicate your level of sign communication: <ul><li>None/Novice</li><li>Survival/Survival Plus</li><li>Intermediate/Intermediate Plus</li><li>Advanced/Advanced Plus</li><li>Superior</li></ul> 05 Are you a current or former employee of SSD? <ul><li>Yes</li><li>No</li></ul> 06 How many years of full-time paid certified interpreting experience do you have? <ul><li>Less than 3 years</li><li>3 or more years</li></ul> 07 Are you a retiree from a LA State retirement system? If yes, please indicate which system. 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State of Louisiana

INTERPRETER

Administrative Skills

Child Development

Education Regulations

Employee Benefits

Federal Laws and Regulations

Interpersonal Skills

Mentoring

Needs Assessment

Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse (NIC)

Office Management

Philosophy

Plan Meetings

Policy Implementation

Risk

Solid State Drive (SSD)

Special Needs

Staff Training

State Laws and Regulations

United States Department of Energy (DOE)

University/School Policies

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In this role, you will provide high-quality interpreting services to support students who are deaf or hard of hearing, ensuring they have equal access to classroom instruction, extracurricular activities, and school communications. Provide accurate and clear interpretation between spoken English and American Sign Language (ASL) during classroom instruction, meetings, and school activities.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Educational Sign Language Interpreter to join our school community in Baton Rouge. In this role, you will provide high-quality interpreting services to support students who are deaf or hard of hearing, ensuring they have equal access to classroom instruction, extracurricular activities, and school communications.<h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Provide accurate and clear interpretation between spoken English and American Sign Language (ASL) during classroom instruction, meetings, and school activities.</li><li>Support students in both academic and social settings to facilitate inclusion and participation.</li><li>Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to ensure effective communication strategies are in place.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional codes of ethics (RID/NAD).</li><li>Adapt interpreting style to suit the age, developmental level, and communication needs of students.</li><li>Participate in IEP meetings and contribute insights related to communication support.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelors degree preferred)</li><li>Current EIPA (Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment) score of 3.5 or higher, RID certification, or equivalent state-recognized credential</li><li>Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English</li><li>Experience working in educational settings preferred</li><li>Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills</li><li>Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment</li></ul> <hr/> <h3>Benefits</h3> <ul><li>Competitive hourly pay/salary based on experience and certification</li><li>Health, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>Paid time off, holidays, and school breaks aligned with district calendar</li><li>Professional development and continuing education support</li><li>Supportive school culture and collaborative team environment</li></ul> <h3>If you are passionate about supporting students and making education accessible, we encourage you to apply today!</h3>

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STAGES Sign Language Interpreter- Contractor Stride, Inc.

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