KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Sign language interpretation process Educational implications of hearing impairment Concerns and problems of deaf and hard-of-hearing students Tutoring techniques, such as note-taking, use of visuals, and specialized seating Basic subjects taught in District schools including English-language arts, mathematics, science and social science Information about teaching sign language, and about deafness and hearing impairment to the layperson Cultural and language implications for signing to students whose native language is not English Referral sources relating to deafness, and how and when to use them Promoting an expanded communication environment for students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary Behavior management principles and practices Safe practices in classroom and playground activities Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy Basic record-keeping techniques ABILITY TO: Sign fluently in American Sign Language, Signed English and Pidgin Signed English Provide instruction and interpretation for students who are deaf and hard-of-hearing using the appropriate method of sign language Assist students who are deaf and hard-of-hearing in a flexible and understanding manner, conveying the different "registers" of the speaker, e.g., degree of formality, range of emotion, directiveness, and discourse markers which indicate the comment as an "aside" to the main conversation Recognize when communication provided by the interpreter is or is not clearly understood by the student Teach students the skills of using sign language interpretation Modify and prepare instructional materials for the deaf and hard-of-hearing Encourage student independence and participation in activities, including use of communication Establish and maintain effective relationships with adults and children Perform routine clerical duties such as filing, duplicating and maintaining records Understand and follow oral and written directions Speak, read and write clearly and distinctly Work cooperatively with others Operate instructional equipment, computers and assistive technology related to deafness Learn the functions, procedures and limitations of assigned duties EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent plus demonstrated proficiency in complex sign language interpretation and increasingly responsible experience working with deaf and hard-of-hearing children in an organized setting. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE OF: Sign language interpretation process Educational implications of hearing impairment Concerns and problems of deaf and hard-of-hearing students Tutoring techniques, such as note-taking, use of visuals, and specialized seating Basic subjects taught in District schools including English-language arts, mathematics, science and social science Information about teaching sign language, and about deafness and hearing impairment to the layperson Cultural and language implications for signing to students whose native language is not English Referral sources relating to deafness, and how and when to use them Promoting an expanded communication environment for students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary Behavior management principles and practices Safe practices in classroom and playground activities Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy Basic record-keeping techniques ABILITY TO: Sign fluently in American Sign Language, Signed English and Pidgin Signed English Provide instruction and interpretation for students who are deaf and hard-of-hearing using the appropriate method of sign language Assist students who are deaf and hard-of-hearing in a flexible and understanding manner, conveying the different "registers" of the speaker, e.g., degree of formality, range of emotion, directiveness, and discourse markers which indicate the comment as an "aside" to the main conversation.